Insect Insights & Identification Guides
Explore insect identification guides, behavior notes, and fascinating facts about butterflies, beetles, bees, and more.
Ant identification: species, trails, and nest clues
Learn practical ant identification using species traits, foraging trails, and nest clues to recognize problem ants and guide safe, targeted control.
Tick identification: spot species and remove safely
Learn tick identification basics, recognize key species on people and pets, and follow safe tick removal steps to cut infection risk.
Roach identification: types, signs, and prevention
Learn how to identify common roach types, spot infestation signs early, and use practical prevention steps to keep cockroaches out of your home.
Silverfish identification: signs, habits, and fixes
Learn how to identify silverfish, recognize signs of infestation, understand their habits, and use effective, safe fixes to protect your home and belongings.
Moth or butterfly? Quick identification checklist
Learn a simple, quick checklist to tell moths from butterflies using wings, antennae, body shape, behavior and timing, even when features overlap.
Mosquito vs gnat: how to identify tiny flying bugs
Learn the difference between mosquitoes and gnats with clear visual tips, behavior clues, and bite signs to identify tiny flying bugs at home.
Beetle identification: common household and yard types
Learn to identify common household and yard beetles by appearance, behavior, and location so you can respond quickly and protect your home and garden.
Caterpillar identification: safe handling and species
Learn safe caterpillar identification, how to handle stinging species, and recognize common harmless and hazardous caterpillars in gardens and forests.
Bed bugs vs fleas: identification and bite signs
Learn the key differences between bed bugs and fleas, how to identify them, and how to recognize their bite patterns for faster, targeted control.
Stingers or biters? Identify wasps, bees, and hornets
Learn to quickly tell apart stinging wasps, bees, and hornets, understand who bites or stings, and know when to stay calm or take action outdoors.
Insect recognition tips: color, shape, and behavior
Learn practical insect recognition tips using color, shape, and behavior to quickly tell similar species apart and identify common insects outdoors.
Flying insects in home: identify and prevent entry
Identify common flying insects in your home and learn practical, prevention-first strategies to stop them entering and breeding indoors.
Termite vs ant: easy ways to tell them apart
Learn simple visual clues to tell termites vs ants apart, including wings, waist, antennae, color, and behavior, so you know what you’re really seeing.
Spider identification for beginners: shapes and marks
Beginner’s guide to spider identification using body shapes, leg styles, and key markings for safer, more confident garden and home observations.
Garden pests: identify and control insects fast
Identify common garden insect pests fast and control them with clear, practical methods to protect vegetables, flowers, and shrubs.
Household bugs: how to spot and remove them safely
Learn how to identify common household bugs and remove them safely with practical, low-toxicity methods that protect your family, pets, and home.
Bug bite identification: common bites and symptoms
Learn how to identify common bug bites by appearance and symptoms, including mosquito, tick, bed bug, flea, spider, and bee or wasp stings.
What bug is this? Quick insect identification guide
Quick insect identification guide with simple steps, visual tips, and common “what bug is this” examples to recognize household and garden insects.
Free Insect Identifier App – Identify Insects by Photo
Identify insects from a photo in seconds with an AI-powered insect identifier. Recognize over 1,000,000 species of bugs, butterflies, beetles, and more with fast, accurate insect identification. Get clear names, key facts, and practical safety tips in one easy-to-use app. Explore helpful details like habitat and behavior, compare similar-looking species, and save your discoveries for later—perfect for hikes, gardening, and curious minds. Works on iOS and Android.
