Invertebrates
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Grey dagger
Acronicta psi
The Grey Dagger, scientifically known as Acronicta psi, is a fascinating species of moth belonging to the Noctuidae family, which is renowned for its vast diversity with approximately 11,000 species globally. This... -
Guinea worm
Dracunculus medinensis
Dracunculus medinensis, commonly known as the Guinea worm, is a parasitic nematode that has plagued humans for thousands of years, known for its painful and debilitating infection process. This parasite is the causative... -
Hairy dragonfly
Brachytron pratense
The Hairy Dragonfly (Brachytron pratense), often known as the Hairy Hawker, is a fascinating species of dragonfly that belongs to the Aeshnidae family. This captivating insect is named for the distinctive fine hairs that... -
Head louse
Pediculus capitis
The Head Louse (Pediculus humanus capitis) is a tiny, parasitic insect that resides on the human scalp, feeding exclusively on human blood several times a day. This obligate ectoparasite is a member of the order... -
Heartworm
Dirofilaria immitis
Dirofilaria immitis, commonly known as heartworm, is a parasitic roundworm that has garnered significant attention due to its impact on pets, particularly dogs, as well as cats and ferrets, and in rare cases, it can... -
Helmet jellyfish
Periphylla periphylla
The Helmet jellyfish, scientifically named Periphylla periphylla, is a deep-sea species of jellyfish that embodies an intriguing blend of mystery and beauty, thriving in the pelagic zone of oceans around the world. This... -
Hercules beetle
Dynastes hercules
The Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules) is one of the most remarkable and fascinating insects in the animal kingdom, renowned for its incredible strength and unique physical attributes. This species belongs to the... -
Hermit beetle
Osmoderma barnabita
The Hermit beetle, scientifically known as Osmoderma barnabita, is a captivating species of scarab beetle that belongs to the family Scarabaeidae. This intriguing insect is not only notable for its ecological role but... -
Himalayan giant honey bee
Apis laboriosa
The Himalayan giant honey bee, scientifically known as Apis laboriosa, is a remarkable species of bee native to the high altitudes of the Himalayas, spanning countries like Nepal, Bhutan, India, and Tibet. This species is... -
Hornet rove beetle
Velleius dilatatus
The Hornet rove beetle, scientifically named Velleius dilatatus, is a fascinating and somewhat intimidating species of beetle belonging to the Staphylinidae family, widely known for their diverse shapes and ecological... -
House centipede
Scutigera coleoptrata
The house centipede, scientifically named Scutigera coleoptrata, is a species of centipede found in various parts of the world, particularly thriving in human dwellings. This arthropod is distinguished by its elongated,... -
House cricket
Acheta domesticus
The House cricket, scientifically known as Acheta domesticus, is a fascinating insect that has garnered attention for both its ubiquitous presence in human habitats and its importance in ecological systems and as a food... -
House longhorn beetle
Hylotrupes bajulus
The House Longhorn Beetle, scientifically known as Hylotrupes bajulus, is a species of wood-boring beetle that is notorious for the damage it can cause to wooden structures. This beetle is part of the Cerambycidae family,... -
Housefly
Musca domestica
The housefly, scientifically known as Musca domestica, is one of the most common and widely distributed insects across the globe. Belonging to the order Diptera, this species is a true fly and has been living in close... -
Hydatid worm
Echinococcus granulosus
The Hydatid worm, scientifically known as Echinococcus granulosus, is a parasitic tapeworm that belongs to the class Cestoda in the phylum Platyhelminthes. This organism has a complex life cycle that involves two hosts:...
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