Seasons: July

One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.

This common fungus puffs out clouds of spores when it's mature.

This furry hoverfly does an impressive job of impersonating a bee.

This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.

As the name suggests, this large shieldbug is often found on gorse bushes.

This bizarre bug can be found on plants in woodland rides and clearings.

This distinctive bug is often seen basking on low-growing plants in spring and summer.

This beautiful beetle is fond of damp meadows and woodland rides, where it's often found on umbellifers or thistles.

One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.

There are several species of cucumber spider, recognised by their bright green abdomen.