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6 articles on insects, identification, ecology, and the natural world.

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Nocturnal Insects: A Guide to Night-Flying Species

A practical guide to nocturnal insects, covering the moths, beetles, and other species active after dark, why insects fly at night, moth trapping techniques, an...

InsectDiscover 07 Jun 2026
Practical Guides

How to Identify Wasp Nests

Learn to identify the different types of wasp nests found in the UK, understand the wasp species that build them, and know when professional removal is needed.

InsectDiscover 04 Jun 2026
Practical Guides

How to Photograph Insects

A practical guide to insect photography — from choosing the right equipment and camera settings to field techniques for getting close to your subjects.

InsectDiscover 01 Jun 2026
Practical Guides

How to Start an Insect Collection

A practical step-by-step guide to starting an insect collection, covering equipment, collecting techniques, pinning and preservation methods, labelling, storage...

InsectDiscover 31 May 2026
Practical Guides

Common Household Insects and How to Deal With Them

Identify the most common insects found in UK homes, learn why they enter, and discover effective, practical methods for prevention and control.

InsectDiscover 24 May 2026
Practical Guides

How to Build a Bug Hotel

A step-by-step guide to building a bug hotel that provides shelter for beneficial insects including solitary bees, ladybirds, lacewings, and beetles.

InsectDiscover 20 May 2026