Invertebrates
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Snow scorpionfly
Boreus hyemalis
The Snow Scorpionfly, scientifically known as Boreus hyemalis, is a fascinating insect that thrives in cold environments, primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere, including parts of North America and Europe. This... -
Sombre goldenring
Cordulegaster bidentata
The Sombre Goldenring, scientifically known as Cordulegaster bidentata, is a captivating species of dragonfly belonging to the Cordulegastridae family. This insect is renowned for its striking appearance and distinct... -
Southeast asian liver fluke
Opisthorchis viverrini
The Southeast Asian liver fluke, scientifically known as Opisthorchis viverrini, is a parasitic flatworm that belongs to the class Trematoda within the phylum Platyhelminthes. This organism has garnered significant... -
Southern black widow
Latrodectus mactans
The Southern black widow (Latrodectus mactans) is a fascinating and notorious species of spider, well-known for its potent venom and distinctive appearance. This species is part of the larger genus Latrodectus, which... -
Southern festoon
Zerynthia polyxena
The Southern Festoon (Zerynthia polyxena) is a captivating butterfly species belonging to the Papilionidae family, which is renowned for its striking appearance and unique behavioral characteristics. This butterfly is... -
Southern skimmer
Orthetrum brunneum
The Southern Skimmer, scientifically named Orthetrum brunneum, is a fascinating species of dragonfly that belongs to the family Libellulidae. This captivating insect is widely recognized for its striking appearance and... -
Spanish fly
Lytta vesicatoria
The Spanish fly (Lytta vesicatoria) is a species of blister beetle belonging to the family Meloidae. Despite its common name, it is not a fly, but a beetle, and its fame or infamy comes from its historical use in... -
Spanish slug
Arion vulgaris
The Spanish slug, scientifically known as Arion vulgaris, is a terrestrial gastropod mollusk that belongs to the family Arionidae. This species, often considered a pest due to its voracious appetite for plants, is native... -
Spiny leaf insect
Extatosoma tiaratum
The Spiny Leaf Insect, scientifically known as Extatosoma tiaratum, is a fascinating and unique species of phasmid, or stick insect, that is native to Australia. This remarkable insect is known for its exceptional... -
Spinycheek crayfish
Faxonius limosus
The Spinycheek crayfish, scientifically known as Faxonius limosus, is a fascinating species of freshwater crayfish that belongs to the family Cambaridae. Originating from the eastern United States, this species has been... -
Splayed deer fly
Chrysops caecutiens
The Splayed Deer Fly, scientifically known as Chrysops caecutiens, is a fascinating and somewhat less known species within the Tabanidae family, which encompasses various biting fly species. This particular species, while... -
Stone crayfish
Austropotamobius torrentium
The Stone crayfish, scientifically known as Austropotamobius torrentium, is a fascinating species of freshwater crayfish endemic to Europe. This species is particularly notable for its preference for cold, clear, and... -
Styrian praying lacewing
Mantispa styriaca
The Styrian praying lacewing, scientifically known as Mantispa styriaca, is a fascinating insect that belongs to the Mantispidae family, which is part of the larger order of Neuroptera. This particular species exhibits a... -
Summer chafer
Amphimallon solstitiale
The Summer chafer, scientifically known as Amphimallon solstitiale, is a beetle belonging to the Scarabaeidae family, which encompasses a wide array of beetles including the well-known scarabs of ancient Egyptian lore.... -
Swan mussel
Anodonta cygnea
The Swan Mussel, scientifically known as Anodonta cygnea, is a captivating species of freshwater bivalve belonging to the family Unionidae. This species is distinguished by its large, elegant shells and its significant...
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