Monthly Archive: December 2013

DIPTERA True Flies

SUB CLASS Endopterygota COMMON FEATURES Two wings, the hind wings having evolved into balancing organs called halteres. EASE OF IDENTIFICATION FROM PHOTOS Moderate to impossible! KEY IDENTIFICATION FEATURES Wing venation is used to help...

1: Get good photos

Whether identifying bugs for work or pleasure the first step is to get great images When I set out with my battered old Canon 350D camera my main aim is always to take the...

2: Bug hunting basics

Armed with your camera (or sweep-net and pooter) it’s time to go out and find those insects I have two approaches to finding insects – or ‘bug bothering’ as my lovely lady calls it...

3: Bug ID for beginners

You’ve found your bug, taken your photos and now you want to know what it is. Here’s a few tips and tricks to make identification a little easier There can be very few people...