Flies
From daddy longlegs and hoverflies to clever case-building caddisflies, woods are bursting with interesting winged beasties. Most are only on the wing at certain times of year, so time your visits carefully if you're on the hunt.
True flies (Diptera)
Caddisflies (Trichoptera)
Mayflies (Ephemeroptera)
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Insect identification: common UK insects
Charlotte Varela • 09 Oct 2023
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Trees woods and wildlife
Butterflies
Find out more about butterflies and how we're protecting and increasing their woodland habitat.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Moths
Discover the moth species that live in woodland, and how they use their camouflage skills to blend in with tree bark and leaves.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Beetles
Get the lowdown on woodland beetles that rely on trees and the woodland ecosystem, from decaying wood to dead animals.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Other invertebrates
Find out about the millions of woodland insects and invertebrates that live among the leaves, under bark, in dead wood, leaf litter and soil.