Insectivore Collection (page 9)

Two ladybirds eating greenflies (aphids) on petri dish, with two leaves on it

Common frog (Rana temporaria) catching fly with tongue

Ladybird feeding on greenflies (aphids), close-up

Giant house spider (Tegenaria duellica) having caught a bluebottle

Ladybird feeding on greenflies (aphids), close-up

Wood ant (Formica rufa) attacking another insect on tree branch

A Jacksons chameleon (Chamaeleo jacksonii) with its tongue sticking out, perching on a branch

Spider with insect caught in its web

White-Throated Bee-Eater (Merops albicollis) perched on a branch
Botany - Trees - Fagaceae - Acorns of English Oak (Quercus robur), Sessile Oak (Quercus petraea), Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) and Downy Oak (Quercus pubescens), illustration

Hedgehog (Eurasian hedgehog) pulls itself in tight ball

Yellow-fronted Woodpecker (Melanerpes flavifrons) perching on branch, side view

Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris) with prey

Eurasian Water Shrew (Neomys fodiens), illustration
Zoology - Rodents - Shrews - Eurasian Water Shrew (Neomys fodiens), illustration

European Mole (Talpa europaea), illustration Zoology, Mammals

Weevil wasp (Cerceris sp. ) attacking weevil on flower, close-up
Weevil wasp (Cerceris sp.) attacking weevil on flower, close-up

Meerkat keeping watch C014 / 0926
Meerkat keeping watch for predators. The meerkat (Suricata suricatta), also known as the suricate, is an active mongoose that lives in underground burrows

Fruitafossor prehistoric mammals, artwork C017 / 0676
Fruitafossor prehistoric mammals, artwork. These termite-eating mammals were found in what is now North America during the Late Jurassic, around 155 to 150 million years ago

Palmato Gecko on a dune C018 / 9335
Extremely sensitive to heat, the Palmato Gecko (pachydactylus rangei) only emerges after dark and remains active till dawn or on cool days. It lives underground in the dunes

Palmato Gecko cleaning eye with tongue C018 / 9330
Extremely sensitive to heat, the Palmato Gecko (pachydactylus rangei) only emerges after dark and remains active till dawn or on cool days. It lives underground in the dunes

Namibian Rock Agama C018 / 9292
A male Namibian Rock Agama (Agama Planiceps) photographed at Huab Lodge, Damaraland, Namibia, Southern Africa

Cape buffalo and yellow-billed oxpecker C018 / 9223
Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer) with yellow-billed oxpeckers (Buphagus africanus) eating flies from its face. This bird feeds on ticks

Great tit (Parus major). This bird is widespread throughout Europe and Asia and grows up to 14 centimetres long. It is primarily an insectivore preferring to feed its young with protein rich

Cardinal beetle on a leaf. Cardinal beetles (Pyrochroa serraticornis) prey on other insects and are normally found on flowers at the edges of woodland. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in June

European garden spider. Female European garden spider (Araneus diadematus) spinning a web. This is a very common and well-known orb-weaver spider in Europe and parts of North America

Black darter dragonfly. Male black darter (Sympetrum danae) at rest on a plant. Photographed on Studland Heath, Dorset, UK, in August

Common darter dragonflies mating. These dragonflies are native to Eurasia and are one of the most common dragonflies in Europe. Photographed on Studland Heath, Dorset, UK, in August

Gray mouse lemur (Microcebus murinus) in a tree. Also known as the lesser mouse lemur, this species of primate is found in western and southern Madagascar

Common darter dragonfly. Close-up of a common darter (Sympetrum striolatum) dragonfly showing its large compound eyes (top). Photographed in September

European bee-eaters C015 / 6864
European bee-eaters on a branch. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

Common redstart C018 / 1823
Common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus). This bird is considered to be an Old World flycatcher and is found throughout Europe in summer

African stonechat and prey C018 / 0823
African stonechat and prey. African stonechat (Saxicola torquatus) with a caterpillar it has caught. The African stonechat is found in sub-Saharan Africa and adjacent regions

Great spotted woodpecker C014 / 0478
Great spotted woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) on a branch. This bird inhabits deciduous and coniferous woodland and is the most common and widespread British woodpecker It feeds mainly on insects

Satanic leaftail gecko C014 / 0927
Satanic leaftail gecko (Uroplatus phantasticus) on a log. Leaftail geckos are endemic to Madagascar and some of its surrounding islands

Sundew (Drosera sp. ) light micrograph C014 / 4657
Sundew (Drosera sp.). Light micrograph of a sundew carnivorous plant, showing the glandular hairs. The hairs secrete a sticky liquid with a fragrance that attracts insects

European bee-eaters eating a bee C015 / 6893
European bee-eaters eating a bee. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

European bee-eaters mating C015 / 6894
European bee-eaters mating. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

European bee-eater eating a bee C015 / 6875
European bee-eater eating a bee. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

European bee-eater eating a bee C015 / 6876
European bee-eater eating a bee. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

European bee-eater eating a bee C015 / 6866
European bee-eater eating a bee. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

European bee-eaters C015 / 6867
European bee-eaters on a branch. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

Keeled skimmer dragonfly. Female keeled skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) at rest on a bracken (Pteridium sp.) frond. Keeled skimmers are native to Europe

Bats and other mammals, 19th century C015 / 6092
Bats and other mammals. 19th-century artwork of three bat species, and the common European species of hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus), mole (Talpa europaea), and shrew (Sorex araneus)

European bee-eater, artwork C016 / 3184
European bee-eater, artwork. The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is found in southern Europe and parts of northern Africa and western Asia

Green woodpecker, artwork C016 / 3182
Green woodpecker. Artwork of a green woodpecker (Picus viridis) on a tree trunk. This is the largest breed of woodpecker in the UK, reaching lengths of 33 centimetres

Albino hedgehog. Close-up of an albino hedgehog (subfamily Erinaceinae) being held by a worker at the Sochi Arboretum exotarium park, Sochi, Russia

Cuckoo roller male C013 / 7030
Cuckoo roller (Leptosomus discolor) male perching on a branch. This bird is endemic to the island of Madagascar, where it inhabits forests. It feeds on large insects and lizards

Cuckoo roller male C013 / 7029
Cuckoo roller (Leptosomus discolor) male perching on a branch. This bird is endemic to the island of Madagascar, where it inhabits forests. It feeds on large insects and lizards

Madagascar paradise flycatcher male C013 / 7028
Madagascar paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone mutata) male juvenile. This flycatcher is found in Madagascar and the Comoros Islands. Like most flycatchers, it swoops down on insects from a perch

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Insectivores: Nature's Tiny Pest Controllers 🐛✨ From the mesmerizing Venus fly trap to the adorable Short-eared Elephant shrew, insectivores come in all shapes and sizes. These fascinating creatures have evolved unique adaptations to survive on a diet primarily consisting of insects. Imagine stumbling upon a Hedgehog nestled comfortably in a flower pot, using its spiky exterior as protection while it searches for tasty bugs. Meanwhile, deep underground, the industrious Common Mole tirelessly hunts for worms to satisfy its insatiable appetite. Speaking of moles, have you ever wondered what they do beneath our feet? With their keen sense of smell and powerful digging claws, these elusive creatures navigate through dark tunnels devouring unsuspecting worms that cross their path. Not far away from the mole's domain lies another hedgehog exploring flower pots with curiosity. Their prickly quills serve as armor against predators while they happily munch on insects found amidst garden foliage. But wait. Have you ever seen a hedgehog swimming? Thanks to digital manipulation by JD and VT adding snorkels and flippers, this little creature takes an adventurous dip with style, and are not limited to land-dwelling species alone; some take flight like the Nightjar depicted in historical artwork. These nocturnal birds gracefully swoop through the night sky catching flying insects mid-air—a true marvel of nature's precision. Lastly, we can't forget about our scaly friends—the Chinese water dragon. This reptile thrives near aquatic habitats where it feasts on small insects buzzing around ponds or streams. Insectivores play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling insect populations naturally. So next time you spot one of these incredible critters—whether it be a Venus fly trap capturing prey or a Leptictidium leaping after bugs—take a moment to appreciate their remarkable adaptations and contributions within our intricate ecosystem.