Broad-bodied Chaser
Windmill Farm is a haven for dragon- and damselflies, including species such as this Broad-bodied Chaser.
Photo: Dougy Wright
Green Tiger Beetle
This might be our commonest tiger beetle, but its metallic green hue and long-legged bursts of speed make it a delight to see in the spring and summer.
Photo: Sarah Board
Migrant Hawker (species profile)
This dragonfly species is on the wing well into the autumn, and can often be seen away from the ponds where it breeds.
Photo: Ray Surridge
Golden-haired Longhorn Beetle (species profile)
This lovely and somewhat rare longhorn beetle species was spotted at Erisey Barton in July.
Photo: Sarah Board
Wasp Spider (species profile)
This lovely Wasp Spider was spotted close to Ruan Major recently.
Photo: Rebecca Hughes
Ruby-tailed Wasp (species profile)
What a jewel of an insect! This Ruby-tailed Wasp was spotted at Poltesco.
Photo: Andy Pay
Common Crab Spider (species profile)
This little crab spider was spotted scuttling across the beach at Church Cove, near Gunwalloe.
Photo: Amanda Scott
Jumping Spider (species profile)
This attractive little species of Jumping Spider was spotted at Kennack Sands.
Photo: Tony Blunden