Overview of insects seen at home or while traveling in 2026

2026-07-08 Madrid:

Google Lens saysthis butterfly in Retiropark in Madrid is a Clouded Yellow butterfly (Colias croceus).

GL saysthis butterfly in Retiropark in Madrid is a Clouded Yellow butterfly (Colias croceus). 2026-07-08 12:42:59 Madrid

Colias hyale / Goldene Acht, auch Posthörnchen, Kleines Posthörnchen, Weißklee-Gelbling, Gemeiner Gelbling, Gelber Heufalter, die / Pale clouded yellow. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

Google Lens says this is a Southern Brown Argus (Aricia cramera)in Retiro park in Madrid.

GL says this is a Southern Brown Argus (Aricia cramera)in Retiro park in Madrid. 2026-07-08 12:19:29 Madrid

Aricia agestis / Kleine Sonnenröschen-Bläuling, der / Brown argus. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

2026-07-04 Fehraltorf:

Auf unserer Terasse, Google Lens meinr eine Echte Krabbenspinne (Gattung Xysticus). TBI

Auf unserer Terasse, GL meinr eine Echte Krabbenspinne (Gattung Xysticus). 2026-07-04 18:41:30 Fehraltorf

2026-07-02 Fehraltorf:

In der Küche - Google Lens meint eine Hainschwebfliege (Episyrphus balteatus).

In der Küche - GL meint eine Hainschwebfliege (Episyrphus balteatus). 2026-07-02 12:13:14 Fehraltorf

Episyrphus balteatus / Hainschwebfliege; Variant: Marmeladen-Schwebfliege / Marmalade hoverfly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Wikpedia says this kind is the most abundant native hoverfly in Central Europe. First observed on 07 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

In unserem Garten ein Männchen der Blauflügel-Prachtlibelle (Calopteryx virgo). 2026-07-02 10:52:40 Fehraltorf

Calopteryx virgo / Blauflügel-Prachtlibelle, die / Beautiful demoiselle. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 25 May 2026 in Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge.

Google Lens meint wahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Keulenschwebfliege (Syritta pipiens), die in der Schweiz auch als Kleine Mistbiene bekannt ist.

GL meint wahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Keulenschwebfliege (Syritta pipiens), die in der Schweiz auch als Kleine Mistbiene bekannt ist. 2026-07-02 10:42:05 Fehraltorf

Syritta pipiens / Kleine Mistbiene, die / Thick-legged hoverfly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. One of the most common species in the insect family Syrphidae. This fly originates from Europe and is currently distributed across Eurasia and North America. They are fast and nimble fliers.. First observed on 16 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

2026-07-01 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a kind of Sod Webworm Moth is a small, common moth (family Crambidae) known for its larvae, which are significant turfgrass pests. TBI

GL says a kind of Sod Webworm Moth is a small, common moth (family Crambidae) known for its larvae, which are significant turfgrass pests. 2026-07-01 17:42:57 Fehraltorf

Google Lens says likely a male Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus).

GL says likely a male Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus). 2026-07-01 16:11:26 Fehraltorf

Polyommatus icarus / Hauhechel-Bläuling, der; Variant: Hauhechel-Bläuling / Common blue butterfly; Variant: European common blue. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 20 July 2025 in Schwändi.

2026-06-28 Actually 26 and 27 at Mettmen:

Google Lens sagt zwei Kleine Eisvogel (Limenitis camilla).

GL sagt zwei Kleine Eisvogel (Limenitis camilla). 2026-06-28 07:16:59

Limenitis camilla / Kleine Eisvogel, der / White Admiral. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 28 June 2025 in Wildert.

Google Lens meint bei Mettmen ein Kaisermantel (Argynnis paphia), der auch unter dem Namen Silberstrich bekannt ist.

GL meint bei Mettmen ein Kaisermantel (Argynnis paphia), der auch unter dem Namen Silberstrich bekannt ist. 2026-06-28 07:14:03

Argynnis paphia / Kaisermantel, der / Silver-washed fritillary. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 18 July 2025.

Google Lens meinte ich sah hier sehr wahrscheinlich um den Kleinen Eisvogel (Limenitis camilla) oder den Großen Schillerfalter (Apatura iris).

GL meinte ich sah hier sehr wahrscheinlich um den Kleinen Eisvogel (Limenitis camilla) oder den Großen Schillerfalter (Apatura iris). 2026-06-28 07:11:52

Limenitis camilla / Kleine Eisvogel, der / White Admiral. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 28 June 2025 in Wildert.

Google Lens sagt links ist.ein C-Falter (Polygonia c-album).

GL sagt links ist.ein C-Falter (Polygonia c-album). 2026-06-28 07:08:53

Polygonia c-album / C-Falter / Comma butterfly. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Also classified as a Nymphalis c-album. First observed on 14 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens sagt rechts ist sehr wahrscheinlich um einen Kaisermantel (Argynnis paphia), den größten Perlmuttfalter Mitteleuropas.

GL sagt rechts ist sehr wahrscheinlich um einen Kaisermantel (Argynnis paphia), den größten Perlmuttfalter Mitteleuropas. 2026-06-28 07:06:44

Argynnis paphia / Kaisermantel, der / Silver-washed fritillary. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 18 July 2025.

2026-06-25:

Argynnis adippe aka Fabriciana adippe, High brown fritillary, Feurige Perlmuttfalter in Wikipedia, Märzveilchenfalter im Gerstmeier book. 2026-06-25 14:57:52 Source: WIKIPEDIA 20260625_145752-4B2A2632 (1) Argynnis adippe aka Fabriciana adippe, High brown fritillary, Feurige Perlmuttfalter in Wikipedia, Märzveilchenfalter im Gerstmeier book.JPG

Argynnis adippe / Märzveilchenfalter; Variant: Feurige Perlmuttfalter / High brown fritillary. [butterflies] [ZH]. Scientific variant is Fabriciana adippe. This was the first observation.

Probably a Limenitis camilla, the (Eurasian) white admiral. 2026-06-25 11:44:25

Limenitis camilla / Kleine Eisvogel, der / White Admiral. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 28 June 2025 in Wildert.

Admiral butterfly in Fehraltorf woods. 2026-06-25 10:55:25 Fehraltorf

Vanessa atalanta / Admiral, der / Red admiral; Variant: The red admirable. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 21 February 2023 in Staldenweiher.

2026-06-24 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says this is a Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina).

GL says this is a Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina). 2026-06-24 08:04:48 Fehraltorf

Maniola jurtina / Große Ochsenauge, das / Meadow brown. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens meint wahrscheinlich ein Kleiner Kohlweissling (Pieris rapae).

GL meint wahrscheinlich ein Kleiner Kohlweissling (Pieris rapae). 2026-06-24 08:02:31 Fehraltorf

Pieris rapae / Kleiner Kohlweissling, der; Variant: Kleine Kohlweißling / Small White, also known as the Cabbage White. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaURL. A common butterfly species in Switzerland. See https://insectic.com/butterfly-species-switzerland/#google_vignette. First observed on 17 August 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens meint eine Blaue Federlibelle (Platycnemis pennipes), eher weiblich oder jung weil nicht so blau.

GL meint eine Blaue Federlibelle (Platycnemis pennipes), eher weiblich oder jung weil nicht so blau. 2026-06-24 07:58:13 Fehraltorf

Platycnemis pennipes / Blaue Federlibelle, die / White-legged damselfly; Variant: Blue featherleg. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE) 🐉 (CH). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

In Wildert eine Vierfleck-Libelle (Libellula quadrimaculata), auf jedem Flügelpaar 4 Flecken. 2026-06-24 07:44:41 Wildert

Libellula quadrimaculata / Vierfleck, der. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Selber identifiziert als eine Keilfleck-Mosaikjungfer (Aeshna isoceles), und Google Lens meint das auch.

Selber identifiziert als eine Keilfleck-Mosaikjungfer (Aeshna isoceles), und GL meint das auch. 2026-06-24 07:32:53 Fehraltorf

Aeshna isoceles / Keilfleck-Mosaikjungfer. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-06-23 Wald Fehraltorf:

Google Lens meint ein Spitzenfleck (Libelulla fulva), wahrscheinlich korrekt, ein Männchen.

GL meint ein Spitzenfleck (Libelulla fulva), wahrscheinlich korrekt, ein Männchen. 2026-06-23 12:23:23 Wald Fehraltorf

Libellula fulva / Spitzenfleck, der / Scarce chaser. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-06-22 Fehraltorf:

Perfekt getarnt als Wespe, wenn nur die Flügel nicht so typisch für Fliegen wären. Höchstwahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Wespenschwebfliege (Chrysotoxum cautum). TBI

Perfekt getarnt als Wespe, wenn nur die Flügel nicht so typisch für Fliegen wären. Höchstwahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Wespenschwebfliege (Chrysotoxum cautum). 2026-06-22 08:55:43 Fehraltorf

2026-06-20 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says most likely a Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum).

GL says most likely a Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum). 2026-06-20 19:51:55 Fehraltorf

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a Large Skipper (Ochlodes sylvanus).

GL says a Large Skipper (Ochlodes sylvanus). 2026-06-20 08:37:59 Fehraltorf

Ochlodes sylvanus / Rostfarbige Dickkopffalter, der / Large skipper. [beetles] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-06-17 Provence:

Could be White Featherleg male (Platycnemis latipes) seen near Orange, France. 2026-06-17 18:28:43

Platycnemis latipes / White Featherleg. [butterflies] [ZH]. Identified in France, but not on my Swiss list. This was the first observation.

2026-06-16 Provence:

Google Lens says Xanthogaleruca luteola, commonly known as the elm-leaf beetle, here in Caderousse.

GL says Xanthogaleruca luteola, commonly known as the elm-leaf beetle, here in Caderousse. 2026-06-16 14:00:24 Provence

Xanthogaleruca luteola / Elm-leaf beetle. [beetles] [ZH]. Seen in Caderousse. This was the first observation.

2026-06-10 Provence:

Looks like a Spotted Fritillary (Melitaea didyma). 2026-06-10 18:09:28 Provence

Melitaea didyma / Rote Scheckenfalter, der / Spotted fritillary; Variant: Red-band fritillary. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

Looks similar to a Cretan Bright Bush-cricket (Poecilimon cretensis), but this is France. 2026-06-10 10:27:56

Poecilimon cretensis / Cretan Bright Bush-cricket. [ZH]. Name is Cretan but this was seen in France?. This was the first observation.

2026-06-09 Provence:

Most likely a Black Bee Fly (Anthrax georgicus) bei Oppède in Frankreich. 2026-06-09 21:07:39 Provence

Bombylius major / Wollschweber / Large Bee-fly. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 17 April 2026 in Switzerland.

A kind of Carpenter bee in the genus Xylocopa of the subfamily Xylocopinae - but there are hundreds of species. 2026-06-09 07:51:15 Provence

Xylocopa violacea / Große Blaue Holzbiene, auch Blauschwarze, die / Violet carpenter bee. [wasps] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 29 August 2025 in Wald Fehraltorf.

2026-06-03 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a ladybird larva, either the seven-spot ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata) or the invasive Asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis).

GL says a ladybird larva, either the seven-spot ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata) or the invasive Asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis). 2026-06-03 19:14:05 Fehraltorf

Harmonia axyridis / Asiatische Marienkäfer, der / Harlequin, Asian, or multicoloured Asian lady beetle. [beetles] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. A large lady beetle or ladybug species that is most commonly known as the harlequin, Asian, or multicoloured Asian lady beetle. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harmonia_axyridis. First observed on 15 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens sagt, das Insekt auf dem Bild gehört höchstwahrscheinlich zur Familie der Tanzfliegen (Empididae).

2026-06-03 18:47:37 Fehraltorf

Clogmia albipunctata / Abflussfliege; Variant: Familie der / A kind of Clogmia albipunctata; Variants: bathroom moth midge, bathroom moth fly, drain fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. Google Lens hat gesagt, ich hätte sicher eine Schmetterlingsmücke (Familie Psychodidae), die genaue Art war nicht sicher, aber es sieht auf jeden Fall sehr ähnlich aus. Auf Deutsch ist dies eine Art Mücke, ein Zweiflügler, auf Englisch teilweise nur flies genannt, darum sage ich das hier. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 30 September 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-06-01 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says this is the nymph of a stink bug (family Pentatomidae), possibly a species like the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug.

GL says this is the nymph of a stink bug (family Pentatomidae), possibly a species like the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug. 2026-06-01 16:30:27 Fehraltorf

Nezara viridula / die Grüne Reiswanze / Southern green shield bug; Variant: southern green stink bug. [truebugs] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. The order Hemiptera includes what are called 'true bugs', so I'm using that as a type for now. First observed on 25 July 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says this is of the family Stratiomyidae, commonly known as a soldier fly, potentially a black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens).

GL says this is of the family Stratiomyidae, commonly known as a soldier fly, potentially a black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens). 2026-06-01 10:23:29 Fehraltorf

Hermetia illucens / Schwarze Soldatenfliege; Variant: Familie der / Black soldier fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 25 June 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says this is a False Blister Beetle (genus Oedemera). TBI

GL says this is a False Blister Beetle (genus Oedemera). 2026-06-01 09:23:54 Fehraltorf

2026-05-30 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says to this slightly better photo, Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) or a similar species such as the Adonis Blue (Lysandra bellargus). It's never quite sure...

GL says to this slightly better photo, Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) or a similar species such as the Adonis Blue (Lysandra bellargus). It's never quite sure... 2026-05-30 11:47:42 Fehraltorf

Polyommatus icarus / Hauhechel-Bläuling, der; Variant: Hauhechel-Bläuling / Common blue butterfly; Variant: European common blue. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 20 July 2025 in Schwändi.

2026-05-29 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says most likely a Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) or a brown female Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus).

GL says most likely a Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) or a brown female Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus). 2026-05-29 17:08:48 Fehraltorf

Aricia agestis / Kleine Sonnenröschen-Bläuling, der / Brown argus. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

Polyommatus icarus / Hauhechel-Bläuling, der; Variant: Hauhechel-Bläuling / Common blue butterfly; Variant: European common blue. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 20 July 2025 in Schwändi.

Google Lens says to this slightly better photo, Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) or a similar species such as the Adonis Blue (Lysandra bellargus). It's never quite sure...

GL says to this slightly better photo, Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) or a similar species such as the Adonis Blue (Lysandra bellargus). It's never quite sure... 2026-05-29 12:47:42 Fehraltorf

Polyommatus icarus / Hauhechel-Bläuling, der; Variant: Hauhechel-Bläuling / Common blue butterfly; Variant: European common blue. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 20 July 2025 in Schwändi.

Brown Argus (Aricia agestis). 2026-05-29 12:33:41 Fehraltorf

Aricia agestis / Kleine Sonnenröschen-Bläuling, der / Brown argus. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

2026-05-28 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a type of crane fly (family Tipulidae or closely related Trichoceridae). TBI

GL says a type of crane fly (family Tipulidae or closely related Trichoceridae). 2026-05-28 09:06:29 Fehraltorf

2026-05-26 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says this is a jumping spider (family Salticidae), most likely a Fencepost jumping spider (Marpissa muscosa) or a Wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus).

GL says this is a jumping spider (family Salticidae), most likely a Fencepost jumping spider (Marpissa muscosa) or a Wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus). 2026-05-26 12:12:54 Fehraltorf

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Von den drei Vorschlägen von Google Lens sieht das für mich am ähnlichsten zu der Rindenspringspinne (Marpissa muscosa). TBI

Von den drei Vorschlägen von GL sieht das für mich am ähnlichsten zu der Rindenspringspinne (Marpissa muscosa). 2026-05-26 12:12:48 Source: OTHER 20260526_121248 Von den drei Vorschlägen von GL sieht das für mich am ähnlichsten zu der Rindenspringspinne (Marpissa muscosa).jpg Fehraltorf

A Woolly Wall Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera). 2026-05-26 08:38:49 Fehraltorf

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-05-25 La Sauge:

Google Lens sagt, das ist ein männlicher Plattbauch (Libellula depressa).

GL sagt, das ist ein männlicher Plattbauch (Libellula depressa). 2026-05-25 15:39:12 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Libellula depressa / Plattbauch, der / Broad-bodied chaser; Variant: Broad-bodied darter. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens meint ein Männchen der Blauflügel-Prachtlibelle (Calopteryx virgo).

GL meint ein Männchen der Blauflügel-Prachtlibelle (Calopteryx virgo). 2026-05-25 14:15:37 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Calopteryx virgo / Blauflügel-Prachtlibelle, die / Beautiful demoiselle. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-05-24 La Sauge:

Google Lens says this is a Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni).

GL says this is a Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni). 2026-05-24 22:10:07 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Gonepteryx rhamni / Zitronenfalter, der / Brimstone butterfly; Variant: Common brimstone. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 10 August 2025.

2026-05-23 La Sauge:

Bei LaSauge die Gemeine Keiljungfer (Gomphus vulgatissimus). 2026-05-23 15:40:31 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Gomphus vulgatissimus / Gemeine Keiljungfer, die. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 23 May 2026 in Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge.

Google Lens says a Common Clubtail dragonfly (Gomphus vulgatissimus), known in German as the Gemeine Keiljungfer.

GL says a Common Clubtail dragonfly (Gomphus vulgatissimus), known in German as the Gemeine Keiljungfer. 2026-05-23 15:37:44 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Gomphus vulgatissimus / Gemeine Keiljungfer, die. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 23 May 2026 in Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge.

Google Lens sagt eine Libelle aus der Familie der Flussjungfern (Gomphidae), sehr wahrscheinlich um die Gemeine Keiljungfer (Gomphus vulgatissimus).

GL sagt eine Libelle aus der Familie der Flussjungfern (Gomphidae), sehr wahrscheinlich um die Gemeine Keiljungfer (Gomphus vulgatissimus). 2026-05-23 15:34:45 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Clogmia albipunctata / Abflussfliege; Variant: Familie der / A kind of Clogmia albipunctata; Variants: bathroom moth midge, bathroom moth fly, drain fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. Google Lens hat gesagt, ich hätte sicher eine Schmetterlingsmücke (Familie Psychodidae), die genaue Art war nicht sicher, aber es sieht auf jeden Fall sehr ähnlich aus. Auf Deutsch ist dies eine Art Mücke, ein Zweiflügler, auf Englisch teilweise nur flies genannt, darum sage ich das hier. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 30 September 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Gomphus vulgatissimus / Gemeine Keiljungfer, die. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says this butterfly is a Comma (Polygonia c-album). TBI

GL says this butterfly is a Comma (Polygonia c-album). 2026-05-23 15:32:05 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Google Lens says this is a Spindle Ermine moth larva (Yponomeuta cagnagella). TBI

GL says this is a Spindle Ermine moth larva (Yponomeuta cagnagella). 2026-05-23 15:26:38 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

2026-05-22 La Sauge:

Google Lens meint wahrscheinlich eine Grosse Schwebfliege (Syrphus ribesli), auf jeden Fall eine syrphidae.

GL meint wahrscheinlich eine Grosse Schwebfliege (Syrphus ribesli), auf jeden Fall eine syrphidae. 2026-05-22 17:22:20 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Family Syrphidae / Schwebfliege; Variants: Stehfliege, Schwirrfliege. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 06 July 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens meint wahrscheinlich eine Hahnenfuss-Scherenbiene (Chelostoma florisomne).

GL meint wahrscheinlich eine Hahnenfuss-Scherenbiene (Chelostoma florisomne). 2026-05-22 17:08:28 Fanel/Chablais de Cudrefin und La Sauge

Chelostoma florisomne / Familie Megachilidae. / Large scissor-bee. [beetles] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-05-21 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens meint eine Fliege aus der Familie der Echten Fliegen (Muscidae) oder Schmeißfliegen (Calliphoridae).

GL meint eine Fliege aus der Familie der Echten Fliegen (Muscidae) oder Schmeißfliegen (Calliphoridae). 2026-05-21 18:16:25 Fehraltorf

Clogmia albipunctata / Abflussfliege; Variant: Familie der / A kind of Clogmia albipunctata; Variants: bathroom moth midge, bathroom moth fly, drain fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. Google Lens hat gesagt, ich hätte sicher eine Schmetterlingsmücke (Familie Psychodidae), die genaue Art war nicht sicher, aber es sieht auf jeden Fall sehr ähnlich aus. Auf Deutsch ist dies eine Art Mücke, ein Zweiflügler, auf Englisch teilweise nur flies genannt, darum sage ich das hier. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 30 September 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Phaonia subventa / Ein Art der echten Fliegen / Flesh fly; Variants: A kind of Phaonia subventa, Muscid fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Similar to a housefly, but the rear half is reddish, the eyes are separated by a black and gray part. First observed on 19 April 2026.

Google Lens says this is a jumping spider (Family Salticidae) and suggests 3 species in tve genus Heliophanus.

GL says this is a jumping spider (Family Salticidae) and suggests 3 species in tve genus Heliophanus. 2026-05-21 14:32:56 Fehraltorf

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says likely a member of the Steatoda genus, commonly known as False Widow spiders. TBI

GL says likely a member of the Steatoda genus, commonly known as False Widow spiders. 2026-05-21 14:32:56 Fehraltorf

Unter der Biene siehr man was ich glaube eine Veränderliche Krabbenspinnen (Misumena vatia) ist. 2026-05-21 07:42:03 Fehraltorf

Misumena vatia / Veränderliche Krabbenspinne, die / White Crab Spider; Variants: A kind of Misumena vatia, Goldenrod Crab Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 17 April 2026 in Fehraltorf.

2026-05-20 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens sagt die Spinne auf unserem Fenster ist eine Springspinne (Familie Salticidae) am wahrscheinlichsten eine Hasarius adansoni (Gewächshausspringspinne) oder von der Gattung Heliophanus (Sonnenspringspinnen). TBI

GL sagt die Spinne auf unserem Fenster ist eine Springspinne (Familie Salticidae) am wahrscheinlichsten eine Hasarius adansoni (Gewächshausspringspinne) oder von der Gattung Heliophanus (Sonnenspringspinnen). 2026-05-20 16:06:56 Source: OTHER 20260520_160656 GL sagt die Spinne auf unserem Fenster ist eine Springspinne (Familie Salticidae) am wahrscheinlichsten eine Hasarius adansoni (Gewächshausspringspinne) oder von der Gattung Heliophanus (Sonnenspringspinnen).jpg Fehraltorf

This spider pn our kitchen window appears to be an Adanson's house jumper (Hasarius adansoni), says GL. TBI

This spider pn our kitchen window appears to be an Adanson's house jumper (Hasarius adansoni), says GL. 2026-05-20 16:06:56 Fehraltorf

Der Insekt auf unserem Gartentisch ist laut Google Lens ein Dickmaulrüssler (Gattung Otiorhynchus), fast sicher ein Weibchen, weil die Eier brauchen kein Männchen. Sie können nicht fliegen, klettern aber sehr gut. TBI

2026-05-20 14:04:23 Fehraltorf

Wie gemein diese Namen sind, Google Lens sagt das ist eine Gemeine Keulenwespe (Sapyga clavicornis) quote mit charakteristischen gelben Flecken. TBI

Wie gemein diese Namen sind, GL sagt das ist eine Gemeine Keulenwespe (Sapyga clavicornis) quote mit charakteristischen gelben Flecken. 2026-05-20 12:58:29 Fehraltorf

Neben dem Fenster im ersten Stock war eine Steinhummel (Bombus lapidarius), der orange Hinterteil ist typisch. 2026-05-20 07:36:40 Fehraltorf

Bombus lapidarius / Steinhummel, die / A kind of Bombus lapidarius. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

2026-05-19 Fehraltorf, Effretikon Bienen-Park, Wildert:

Google Lens sagt eine Europäische Hornisse (Vespa crabro), die einzige in der Schweiz heimische Hornissenart.

GL sagt eine Europäische Hornisse (Vespa crabro), die einzige in der Schweiz heimische Hornissenart. 2026-05-19 15:41:22 Fehraltorf

Vespa crabro / Europäische Hornisse, die; Variant: Hornisse / European hornet; Variant: European hornet#2. [hornets] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. Hornissen sind deutlich größer als Wespen oder Bienen gelb-schwarz, wobei der Brustbereich oft rötlich-braun gefärbt ist. Verbreitung in der Schweiz: Die Europäische Hornisse ist in der Schweiz heimisch und weit verbreitet.. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 10 August 2025.

Google Lens sagt eine Westliche Honigbiene (Apis mellifera), auch im Bienenpark vorhanden.

GL sagt eine Westliche Honigbiene (Apis mellifera), auch im Bienenpark vorhanden. 2026-05-19 14:30:47 Fehraltorf

Apis mellifera / Westliche Honigbiene, die / Western honey bee; Variant: European honey bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. classic appearance of a honey bee, characterized by its fuzzy, brownish body, segmented abdomen, and visible wings, consistent with the Apis mellifera species. GoogleLens says the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honey bee worldwide and is found throughout Europe, including Switzerland, where it plays a vital role in agriculture as a pollinator. . First observed on 05 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Am Haus eine Schnake (wissenschaftlich Tipulidae, im Englischen oft Crane Fly genannt) sagt GL. TBI

Am Haus eine Schnake (wissenschaftlich Tipulidae, im Englischen oft Crane Fly genannt) sagt GL. 2026-05-19 11:37:21 Fehraltorf

Google Lens says this is a Crane Fly, specifically from the genus Nephrotoma. Often referred to as Daddy Long Legs (not by me). TBI

GL says this is a Crane Fly, specifically from the genus Nephrotoma. Often referred to as Daddy Long Legs (not by me). 2026-05-19 11:37:21 Fehraltorf

2026-05-17 Alpweg:

Likely a species of biting fly, I suspect a tiny no-see-um. TBI

Likely a species of biting fly, I suspect a tiny no-see-um. 2026-05-17 17:46:07 Alpweg

Google Lens meint der Insekt auf meiner Hand ähnelt stark einer Kriebelmücke (Simuliidae). TBI

2026-05-17 17:45:45 Alpweg

At our house, Google Lens says this is a species of wolf spider (family Lycosidae).

At our house, GL says this is a species of wolf spider (family Lycosidae). 2026-05-17 17:29:44 Alpweg

Zoropsis spinimana / Nosferatu-Spinne, die / Nosferatu spider; Variant: False Wolf Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Cool that my first Nosferatu spider ID happened a day before Halloween. GL says it's often mistaken for a wolf spider due to its size and appearance, but can be distinguished by the unique pattern on its cephalothorax, which resembles the face of the fictional character Nosferatu. First observed on 30 October 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens meint wahrscheinlich um eine Baumhummel (Bombus hypnorum) oder eine Ackerhummel (Bombus pascuorum).

GL meint wahrscheinlich um eine Baumhummel (Bombus hypnorum) oder eine Ackerhummel (Bombus pascuorum). 2026-05-17 17:03:17 Alpweg

Bombus hypnorum / Baumhummel, die / Tree bumblebee or new garden bumblebee; Variants: Tree bumblebee, New garden bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. A species of bumblebee common [on] the European continent and parts of Asia. See https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombus_hypnorum. First observed on 19 June 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says, without doubt this time, that this is a Narcissus Bulb Fly (Merodon equestris), a species of hoverfly (Family Syrphidae). TBI

GL says, without doubt this time, that this is a Narcissus Bulb Fly (Merodon equestris), a species of hoverfly (Family Syrphidae). 2026-05-17 16:56:17 Alpweg

Zitronenfalter or Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) seen between Pfäffikon and Speck. 2026-05-17 14:40:09 Alpweg

Gonepteryx rhamni / Zitronenfalter, der / Brimstone butterfly; Variant: Common brimstone. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 10 August 2025.

Rapsweißling (Pieris napi), auch als Grünader-Weißling bezeichnet, beim Tobelweiher, Pfäffikon. 2026-05-17 13:55:34 Pfaeffikon

Pieris napi / Rapsweissling, der; Variants: Rapsweißling, Grünader-Weissling / Green-veined white. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 31 July 2025 in Ticino.

Yellow-spotted Sedge (Philopotamus montanus), a type of caddisfly, on the bridge over the Luppmen by Pfaeffikon. Thought it might be a moth! 2026-05-17 13:10:45 Luppmen

Philopotamus montanus / Yellow-spotted Sedge; Variant: caddisfly. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 17 July 2025 in Kaltbrunner-Riet.

Dozens of insects flying over the Luppmen by Pfaeffikon. Google Lens says midges (Order Diptera but many species), because they swarm for a few days to a week and like water. Other possibilites are mayflies, caddisflies or fungus gnats. TBI

Dozens of insects flying over the Luppmen by Pfaeffikon. GL says midges (Order Diptera but many species), because they swarm for a few days to a week and like water. Other possibilites are mayflies, caddisflies or fungus gnats. 2026-05-17 13:08:45 Luppmen

Saw lots of these flying around the Luppmen, Google Lens says they are most likely honeybees, which is what they look like - I'm just surprised! TBI

Saw lots of these flying around the Luppmen, GL says they are most likely honeybees, which is what they look like - I'm just surprised! 2026-05-17 13:06:26 Luppmen

Kleine Bienen am Wasser bei Pfäffikon, wahrscheinlich Honigbienen - habe sie hier nicht erwartet. TBI

Kleine Bienen am Wasser bei Pfäffikon, wahrscheinlich Honigbienen - habe sie hier nicht erwartet. 2026-05-17 13:06:26 Pfaeffikon

Spider managed to capture and kill a bee! Several kinds do that, but I don't see one that looks like this one. TBI

Spider managed to capture and kill a bee! Several kinds do that, but I don't see one that looks like this one. 2026-05-17 12:25:37 Fehraltorf

. Google Lens says this could be a Flower Crab Spider (specifically Misumena vatia), also commonly known as a Goldenrod Crab Spider which has nabbed a bee.

. GL says this could be a Flower Crab Spider (specifically Misumena vatia), also commonly known as a Goldenrod Crab Spider which has nabbed a bee. 2026-05-17 12:16:00 Alpweg

Misumena vatia / Veränderliche Krabbenspinne, die / White Crab Spider; Variants: A kind of Misumena vatia, Goldenrod Crab Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 17 April 2026 in Fehraltorf.

Eine Springspinne sagt GL, eventuell eine Gewächshausspringspinne (Hasarius adansoni). TBI

Eine Springspinne sagt GL, eventuell eine Gewächshausspringspinne (Hasarius adansoni). 2026-05-17 12:10:44 Alpweg

2026-05-13 Fehraltorf:

Eventuell der Gattung Phaonia (wie Phaonia subventa) eine Art Echten Fliegen die rötlich-orangen Akzente hat. 2026-05-13 14:28:49 Fehraltorf

Phaonia subventa / Ein Art der echten Fliegen / Flesh fly; Variants: A kind of Phaonia subventa, Muscid fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Similar to a housefly, but the rear half is reddish, the eyes are separated by a black and gray part. First observed on 19 April 2026.

2026-05-12:

Bei Wildert habe ich diesen Insekt entdeckt, und Google Lens sagt sehr wahrscheinlich um den Soldatenkäfer (Cantharis rustica).

2026-05-12 22:37:38 Wildert

Cantharis rustica / Soldatenkäfer. [beetles] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-05-11 Schwändi:

Google Lens sagt eine Gartenkreuzspinne (Araneus diadematus) in seinem Netz im Badezimmer in Thon in Schwanden.

GL sagt eine Gartenkreuzspinne (Araneus diadematus) in seinem Netz im Badezimmer in Thon in Schwanden. 2026-05-11 07:16:40 Thon, Schwanden

Araneus diadematus / European garden spider; Variants: European garden spider cross orbweaver diadem spider orangie cross spider and crowned orb weaver, cross orbweaver, diadem spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 03 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Eine Gemeine Wespe (Vespula vulgaris) am Badezimmer Fenster im Streiff Haus in Thon, Schwanden. 2026-05-11 07:06:38 Thon, Schwanden

Vespula vulgaris / Gemeine Wespe, die. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. . First observed on 09 August 2025.

2026-05-10 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens meint eine Graue Fleischfliege (Sarcophaga carnaria), auch als Gemeine Fleischfliege oder Aasfliege bekannt.

GL meint eine Graue Fleischfliege (Sarcophaga carnaria), auch als Gemeine Fleischfliege oder Aasfliege bekannt. 2026-05-10 08:01:23 Fehraltorf

Sarcophaga carnaria / Graue Fleischfliege, die / Common flesh fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Of course there are other kinds of flesh flies, and I'll never know for sure which kind it was. Oxford English Dictionary says "The term flesh fly refers to insects in the family Sarcophagidae, derived from their larvae's (maggots) habit of feeding on decaying flesh, carrion, and manure.". First observed on 21 October 2025 in Walensee.

2026-05-09 Fehraltorf:

Wieder ein Ackerhummel (Bombus pascuorum) im Garten. 2026-05-09 17:17:58 Fehraltorf

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens meint eine Schnake (Familie Tipulidae), eine der größten einheimischen Mückenarten, tot gefunden auf der Terasse.

GL meint eine Schnake (Familie Tipulidae), eine der größten einheimischen Mückenarten, tot gefunden auf der Terasse. 2026-05-09 08:01:59 Fehraltorf

Schnake / Familie Tipulidae. [truebugs] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-05-08 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says this bee near USZ appears to be a Red-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lapidarius).

GL says this bee near USZ appears to be a Red-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lapidarius). 2026-05-08 11:43:08 Fehraltorf

Bombus terrestris / Dunkle Erdhummel, die / Buff-tailed bumblebee; Variant: Large earth bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Common in Switzerland, says Google Lens. First observed on 04 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Bombus lapidarius / Steinhummel, die / A kind of Bombus lapidarius. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

Blaue schmeissfliege auf dem Gartentisch. 2026-05-08 10:37:08 Fehraltorf

Gattung Calliphora / Blaue Schmeissfliege. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 04 May 2026 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens meint eine Mauer-Zebraspringspinne (Salticus scenicus), obwohl das hier mir ein bisschen kleiner als die 5-7mm Grösse aussieht - das Aussehen stimmt.

GL meint eine Mauer-Zebraspringspinne (Salticus scenicus), obwohl das hier mir ein bisschen kleiner als die 5-7mm Grösse aussieht - das Aussehen stimmt. 2026-05-08 09:39:20 Fehraltorf

Salticus scenicus / Zebra jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauer-Zebraspringspinne,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zebra_spider. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 26 April 2026 in Fehraltorf.

2026-05-07 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens sagt eine Wildbiene, sehr wahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Pelzbiene (Anthophora plumipes).

GL sagt eine Wildbiene, sehr wahrscheinlich eine Gemeine Pelzbiene (Anthophora plumipes). 2026-05-07 16:18:34 Fehraltorf

Anthophora plumipes / Gemeine Pelzbiene, die / Hairy-footed Flower Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 04 March 2026.

Google Lens meint ein Vertreter der Seidenkäfer (Familie Scraptiidae), sehr wahrscheinlich aus der Gattung Anaspis.

GL meint ein Vertreter der Seidenkäfer (Familie Scraptiidae), sehr wahrscheinlich aus der Gattung Anaspis. 2026-05-07 15:40:56 Fehraltorf

Seidenkäfer / Familie Scraptiidae. [beetles] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens sagt wahrscheinlich eine Ackerhummel (Bombus pascuorum).

GL sagt wahrscheinlich eine Ackerhummel (Bombus pascuorum). 2026-05-07 15:38:16 Fehraltorf

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-05-05 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens meint dass es höchstwahrscheinlich um eine Sächsische Wespe (Dolichovespula saxonica) handelt, gesehen beim Bienenstand am Bahnhof Fehraltorf.

GL meint dass es höchstwahrscheinlich um eine Sächsische Wespe (Dolichovespula saxonica) handelt, gesehen beim Bienenstand am Bahnhof Fehraltorf. 2026-05-05 17:53:48 Fehraltorf

Dolichovespula saxonica / Sächsische Wespe / Saxon wasp. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia.

Google Lens says a Black Slip Wasp (Pimpla rufipes).

GL says a Black Slip Wasp (Pimpla rufipes). 2026-05-05 15:37:03 Fehraltorf

Pimpla rufipes / Black Slip Wasp. [bees] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-05-04 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says it's a snipe fly (family Rhagionidae), most likely the Downlooker Snipefly (Rhagio scolopaceus).

GL says it's a snipe fly (family Rhagionidae), most likely the Downlooker Snipefly (Rhagio scolopaceus). 2026-05-04 17:04:56 Fehraltorf

Rhagio scolopaceus / Downlooker Snipefly. [flies] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens sagt Blaue Schmeissfliege (Gattung Calliphora).

GL sagt Blaue Schmeissfliege (Gattung Calliphora). 2026-05-04 09:56:33 Fehraltorf

Gattung Calliphora / Blaue Schmeissfliege. [flies] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-05-02 Fehraltorf:

Frühe Adonislibelle Männchen bei Wildert. 2026-05-02 18:16:29 Wildert

Pyrrhosoma nymphula / Zygoptera, die; Variant: Frühe Adonislibelle / Large red damselfly. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE) 🐉 (CH). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 05 August 2024 by the Lützelsee.

Google Lens meint Falkenlibelle, was ab April erscheint und andere Leute in Kanton Zürich gesehen haben.

GL meint Falkenlibelle, was ab April erscheint und andere Leute in Kanton Zürich gesehen haben. 2026-05-02 18:16:28 Fehraltorf

Cordulia aenea / Falkenlibelle, die / Downy emerald. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Eventuell Fledermaus-Azurjungfer Männchen mit viel Schwarz bei S6-7. 2026-05-02 18:16:26 Fehraltorf

Coenagrion pulchellum / Fledermaus-Azurjungfer, die / Variable damselfly; Variant: Variable bluet. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE) 🐉 (CH). [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens meint sehr wahrscheinlich eine Marmorierte Baumwanze (Halyomorpha halys), aka Stinkkäfer. TBI

GL meint sehr wahrscheinlich eine Marmorierte Baumwanze (Halyomorpha halys), aka Stinkkäfer. 2026-05-02 18:16:24 Fehraltorf

Eventuell Frühe Adonislibellen, sehr schwierig zu identifizieren. 2026-05-02 18:16:24 Fehraltorf

Pyrrhosoma nymphula / Zygoptera, die; Variant: Frühe Adonislibelle / Large red damselfly. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE) 🐉 (CH). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 05 August 2024 by the Lützelsee.

Eventuell Frühe Adonislibelle. 2026-05-02 18:16:23 Fehraltorf

Pyrrhosoma nymphula / Zygoptera, die; Variant: Frühe Adonislibelle / Large red damselfly. [dragonflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia 🐉 (DE) 🐉 (CH). [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 05 August 2024 by the Lützelsee.

Timberman beetle (Acanthocinus ädilis). 2026-05-02 16:18:36 Fehraltorf

Acanthocinus aedilis / Zimmermannsbock / Timberman beetle. [beetles] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says this is the genus Heliophanus, often known as Sun Jumpers.

GL says this is the genus Heliophanus, often known as Sun Jumpers. 2026-05-02 08:37:04 Fehraltorf

heliophanus cupreus / Kupfrige Sonnenspringspinne, die / Copper sun jumper. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 19 June 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-05-01 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens meint ein Schrotbock (Rhagium inquisitor), der auch als Kleiner Zangenbock oder Spürender Zangenbock bekannt ist.

GL meint ein Schrotbock (Rhagium inquisitor), der auch als Kleiner Zangenbock oder Spürender Zangenbock bekannt ist. 2026-05-01 16:11:28 Fehraltorf

Rhagium inquisitor / Schrotbock / Ribbed pine borer. [beetles] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-04-30 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a Nursery Web Spider (Pisaura mirabilis).

GL says a Nursery Web Spider (Pisaura mirabilis). 2026-04-30 16:29:24 Fehraltorf

Pisaura mirabilis / Listspinne, die / Nursery Web Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Saw this one on our doormat, not in the nursery room. First observed on 30 September 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a Downlooker Snipe Fly (scientific name Rhagio scolopaceus).

GL says a Downlooker Snipe Fly (scientific name Rhagio scolopaceus). 2026-04-30 16:24:46 Fehraltorf

Rhagio scolopaceus / Downlooker Snipefly. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 04 May 2026 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a drone fly (Eristalis tenax), a kind that has used Batesian mimicry to scare away predators that think it's a bee.

GL says a drone fly (Eristalis tenax), a kind that has used Batesian mimicry to scare away predators that think it's a bee. 2026-04-30 14:04:55 Fehraltorf

Eristalis tenax / Mistbiene, die; Variants: Mistbiene, Schlammbiene, Drohnenfliege, Scheinbienen-Keilfleckschwebfliege, Schlammbiene / Common drone fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. General: Drone flies are a type of hoverfly (there are around 460 kinds!), belonging to genus Eristalis within the family Syrphidae (hoverflies) and order Diptera (true flies).
a kind of Drone Fly. First observed on 05 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

4B2A1074Google Lens says a drone fly, a kind that has used Batesian mimicry to scare away predators that think it's a bee. TBI

4B2A1074GL says a drone fly, a kind that has used Batesian mimicry to scare away predators that think it's a bee. 2026-04-30 14:04:55 Fehraltorf

2026-04-27 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus), one of the most common and easily recognized spiders in Switzerland.

GL says a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus), one of the most common and easily recognized spiders in Switzerland. 2026-04-27 14:12:56 Switzerland

Salticus scenicus / Zebra jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauer-Zebraspringspinne,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zebra_spider. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 26 April 2026 in Fehraltorf.

2026-04-26 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a Crane Fly, a member of the Tipulidae family, with wings and large size likely Tipula maxima (Riesenschnake), one of the largest crane fly species in Switzerland. TBI

GL says a Crane Fly, a member of the Tipulidae family, with wings and large size likely Tipula maxima (Riesenschnake), one of the largest crane fly species in Switzerland. 2026-04-26 19:18:42 Switzerland

Google Lens says most likely a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus) or a closely related species like the Half-edged wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus). Its dinner is said to be a mayfly exuvia—an empty exoskeleton.

GL says most likely a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus) or a closely related species like the Half-edged wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus). Its dinner is said to be a mayfly exuvia—an empty exoskeleton. 2026-04-26 19:17:53 Fehraltorf

Salticus scenicus / Zebra jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauer-Zebraspringspinne,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zebra_spider. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. This was the first observation.

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a jumping spider (family Salticidae), most likely a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus) or a closely related species like the Half-edged wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus).

GL says a jumping spider (family Salticidae), most likely a Zebra jumping spider (Salticus scenicus) or a closely related species like the Half-edged wall jumping spider (Menemerus semilimbatus). 2026-04-26 19:17:53 Fehraltorf

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Salticus scenicus / Zebra jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauer-Zebraspringspinne,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zebra_spider. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 26 April 2026 in Fehraltorf. This was the earliest appearance in winter/spring/summer.

2026-04-25 Fehraltorf:

Common carder bee im Garten. 2026-04-25 10:38:10 Fehraltorf

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-04-24:

Google Lens says a species from the Grayling family (genus Hipparchia), specifically the Woodland Grayling (Hipparchia fagi) or potentially the Lesser Rock Grayling (Hipparchia genava).

GL says a species from the Grayling family (genus Hipparchia), specifically the Woodland Grayling (Hipparchia fagi) or potentially the Lesser Rock Grayling (Hipparchia genava). 2026-04-24 17:08:07

Hipparchia fagi / Große Waldportier, der / Woodland grayling. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Hipparchia genava / Lesser rock grayling. [flies] Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says based on the markings, this is a Speckled Wood butterfly (Pararge aegeria).

GL says based on the markings, this is a Speckled Wood butterfly (Pararge aegeria). 2026-04-24 17:06:30

Pararge aegeria / Speckled wood. [flies] Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a parasitoid wasp, specifically likely to be Diplazon laetatorius. TBI

GL says a parasitoid wasp, specifically likely to be Diplazon laetatorius. 2026-04-24 17:03:16

2026-04-23 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens days this appears to be a Golden Ground Beetle (Carabus auratus), or in German Goldlaufkäfer. TBI

GL days this appears to be a Golden Ground Beetle (Carabus auratus), or in German Goldlaufkäfer. 2026-04-23 11:58:13 Fehraltorf

A Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) full of pollen. 2026-04-23 11:29:51 Fehraltorf

Apis mellifera / Westliche Honigbiene, die / Western honey bee; Variant: European honey bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. classic appearance of a honey bee, characterized by its fuzzy, brownish body, segmented abdomen, and visible wings, consistent with the Apis mellifera species. GoogleLens says the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honey bee worldwide and is found throughout Europe, including Switzerland, where it plays a vital role in agriculture as a pollinator. . First observed on 05 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae), known in Switzerland as Kleiner Fuchs.

GL says a Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae), known in Switzerland as Kleiner Fuchs. 2026-04-23 11:28:20 Switzerland

Aglais urticae / Kleine Fuchs, der / Small tortoiseshell. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens sagt dies ist eine Wespenbiene (Gattung Nomada), eine spezielle Art von Wildbiene.

GL sagt dies ist eine Wespenbiene (Gattung Nomada), eine spezielle Art von Wildbiene. 2026-04-23 08:47:27 Fehraltorf

Gattung Nomada / Wespenbiene. [bees] [ZH]. Gesehen bei einem Spaziergang richtung Pistolschutzenhaus in Fehraltorf. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a drain fly (family Psychodidae), also commonly known as a moth fly, sink fly, or bathroom moth midge.

GL says a drain fly (family Psychodidae), also commonly known as a moth fly, sink fly, or bathroom moth midge. 2026-04-23 08:29:34 Fehraltorf

family Psychodidae / Drain fly; Variants: moth fly, sink fly, bathroom moth midge. [flies] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

2026-04-22 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens sagt ein Großer Wollschweber (Bombylius major), der in der Schweiz recht häufig vorkommt.

GL sagt ein Großer Wollschweber (Bombylius major), der in der Schweiz recht häufig vorkommt. 2026-04-22 20:33:07 Fehraltorf

Bombylius major / Wollschweber / Large Bee-fly. [flies] [ZH]. First observed on 17 April 2026 in Switzerland.

Google Lens says a male Orange-tip (Anthocharis cardamines), known as the Aurorafalter in German.

GL says a male Orange-tip (Anthocharis cardamines), known as the Aurorafalter in German. 2026-04-22 19:54:31 Fehraltorf

Anthocharis cardamines / Aurorafalter, der / Orange tip. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says this is a Holly Blue butterfly (Celastrina argiolus), seen near the reservoir.

GL says this is a Holly Blue butterfly (Celastrina argiolus), seen near the reservoir. 2026-04-22 17:20:22 Fehraltorf

Celastrina argiolus / Faulbaum-Bläuling, der / Holly blue. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia.

Google Lens says a Red Mason Bee (Osmia bicornis), a common solitary bee found throughout Switzerland.

GL says a Red Mason Bee (Osmia bicornis), a common solitary bee found throughout Switzerland. 2026-04-22 11:58:14 Switzerland

Osmia bicornis / Rostrote Mauerbiene auch Rote Mauerbiene, die / Red Mason Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. GoogleLens says it's a common solitary bee found throughout Switzerland. First observed on 17 April 2026 in Fehraltorf.

2026-04-21 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says most likely a species of dwarf spider or money spider from the genus Erigone (family Linyphiidae).

GL says most likely a species of dwarf spider or money spider from the genus Erigone (family Linyphiidae). 2026-04-21 12:59:28 Fehraltorf

genus Erigone / Dwarf spider; Variant: money spider. [spiders] [ZH]. family Linyphiidae. First observed on 18 September 2025 in Fehraltorf.

A tiny jumping spider about 1mm long. 2026-04-21 12:51:49 Fehraltorf

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says this is a wood gnat (also known as a window-gnat), likely from the genus Sylvicola. It is on our kitchen window...

GL says this is a wood gnat (also known as a window-gnat), likely from the genus Sylvicola. It is on our kitchen window... 2026-04-21 08:40:11 Fehraltorf

genus Sylvicola / Wood gnat; Variant: Window gnat. [truebugs] [ZH]. I like the name window gnat, since I saw it on our kitchen window!. This was the first observation.

2026-04-20 Alpweg:

Google Lens says a type of Ichneumon wasp (family Ichneumonidae), a diverse group of parasitic wasps.

GL says a type of Ichneumon wasp (family Ichneumonidae), a diverse group of parasitic wasps. 2026-04-20 16:12:29 Alpweg

family Ichneumonidae / Ichneumon wasp. [bees] [ZH]. Ichneumonidae is a diverse group of parasitic wasps. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says these are water striders, likely from the genus Gerris or Aquarius.

GL says these are water striders, likely from the genus Gerris or Aquarius. 2026-04-20 16:02:29 Alpweg

genus Gerris / Water striders. [truebugs] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Genus Gerrus includes 43 species! Water striders are also of genus Aquarius, which includdes 19 species. A common kind in Switzerland is Gerris lacustris, commonly known as the common pond skater or common water strider - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerris_lacustris. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a German wasp (Vespula germanica), also commonly known as a European wasp or yellowjacket.

GL says a German wasp (Vespula germanica), also commonly known as a European wasp or yellowjacket. 2026-04-20 12:01:12 Alpweg

Vespula germanica / Deutsch Wespe. [wasps] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia.

A Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni), known in German as the Zitronenfalter, bein Spielplatz daheim. 2026-04-20 11:33:42 Alpweg

Gonepteryx rhamni / Zitronenfalter, der / Brimstone butterfly; Variant: Common brimstone. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 10 August 2025.

2026-04-19:

Google Lens says this is likely a member of the Pieridae family, specifically a Small White (Pieris rapae) or a Wood White (Leptidea sinapis).

GL says this is likely a member of the Pieridae family, specifically a Small White (Pieris rapae) or a Wood White (Leptidea sinapis). 2026-04-19 17:37:04

Pieris rapae / Kleiner Kohlweissling, der; Variant: Kleine Kohlweißling / Small White, also known as the Cabbage White. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaURL. A common butterfly species in Switzerland. See https://insectic.com/butterfly-species-switzerland/#google_vignette. First observed on 17 August 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a White-tailed bumblebee (specifically from the Bombus lucorum species complex).

GL says a White-tailed bumblebee (specifically from the Bombus lucorum species complex). 2026-04-19 17:35:16

Bombus terrestris / Dunkle Erdhummel, die / Buff-tailed bumblebee; Variant: Large earth bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Common in Switzerland, says Google Lens. First observed on 04 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says probably a Mason Bee (Osmia cornifrons), which is commonly known as a horned-face bee.

GL says probably a Mason Bee (Osmia cornifrons), which is commonly known as a horned-face bee. 2026-04-19 17:33:19

Osmia cornifrons / Mason bee; Variant: horned-face bee. [bees] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says this appears to be a member of the genus Hylaeus, commonly known as masked bees or yellow-faced bees.

GL says this appears to be a member of the genus Hylaeus, commonly known as masked bees or yellow-faced bees. 2026-04-19 15:02:19

Genus Hylaeus / Masked bee; Variant: Yellow-faced bee. [bees] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says probably small solitary wasps. TBI

GL says probably small solitary wasps. 2026-04-19 15:02:19

Google Lens says probably small solitary wasps, I say maybe Sphex pensylvanicus, the great black wasp or great black digger wasp.

GL says probably small solitary wasps, I say maybe Sphex pensylvanicus, the great black wasp or great black digger wasp. 2026-04-19 15:02:19

Sphex pensylvanicus / Great black wasp; Variant: Great black digger wasp. [bees] [ZH]. Sphex pensylvanicus was the subject of the first article on an insect written by a native-born citizen of the New World, when observations made by John Bartram on S. pensylvanicus were presented to the Royal Society in 1749 by Peter Collinson.. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a flesh fly, belonging to the family Sarcophagidae and the genus Sarcophaga, most likely a common flesh fly (Sarcophaga carnaria).

GL says a flesh fly, belonging to the family Sarcophagidae and the genus Sarcophaga, most likely a common flesh fly (Sarcophaga carnaria). 2026-04-19 12:18:45

Phaonia subventa / Ein Art der echten Fliegen / Flesh fly; Variants: A kind of Phaonia subventa, Muscid fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Similar to a housefly, but the rear half is reddish, the eyes are separated by a black and gray part. This was the first observation.

Sarcophaga carnaria / Graue Fleischfliege, die / Common flesh fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Of course there are other kinds of flesh flies, and I'll never know for sure which kind it was. Oxford English Dictionary says "The term flesh fly refers to insects in the family Sarcophagidae, derived from their larvae's (maggots) habit of feeding on decaying flesh, carrion, and manure.". First observed on 21 October 2025 in Walensee.

2026-04-18 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says most likely a European paper wasp (Polistes dominula) but not a yellowjacket.

GL says most likely a European paper wasp (Polistes dominula) but not a yellowjacket. 2026-04-18 10:47:34 Fehraltorf

Polistes dominula / Papierwespe, die; Variant: Haus-Feldwespe / European paper wasp; Variant: European paper wasp#2. [wasps] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. There are no doubt lots of kinds of paper wasps, not sure this is the right kind.. First observed on 01 August 2024.

2026-04-17 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says appears to be a Running Crab Spider (family Philodromidae), most likely belonging to the genus Philodromus.

GL says appears to be a Running Crab Spider (family Philodromidae), most likely belonging to the genus Philodromus. 2026-04-17 18:50:39 Fehraltorf

Misumena vatia / Veränderliche Krabbenspinne, die / White Crab Spider; Variants: A kind of Misumena vatia, Goldenrod Crab Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a western honey bee (Apis mellifera), an extremely common visitor to early spring flowers like the grape hyacinth (Muscari) shown in the image.

GL says a western honey bee (Apis mellifera), an extremely common visitor to early spring flowers like the grape hyacinth (Muscari) shown in the image. 2026-04-17 17:13:48 Fehraltorf

Apis mellifera / Westliche Honigbiene, die / Western honey bee; Variant: European honey bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. classic appearance of a honey bee, characterized by its fuzzy, brownish body, segmented abdomen, and visible wings, consistent with the Apis mellifera species. GoogleLens says the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honey bee worldwide and is found throughout Europe, including Switzerland, where it plays a vital role in agriculture as a pollinator. . First observed on 05 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta).

GL says a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta). 2026-04-17 17:07:14 Fehraltorf

Vanessa atalanta / Admiral, der / Red admiral; Variant: The red admirable. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 21 February 2023 in Staldenweiher.

Google Lens says based on its appearance and location in Switzerland, this is a jumping spider (family Salticidae).

GL says based on its appearance and location in Switzerland, this is a jumping spider (family Salticidae). 2026-04-17 17:04:38 Switzerland

Salticidae / Jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumping_spider,https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springspinnen. Sources: [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. First observed on 17 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a fruit fly, specifically within the genus Drosophila.

GL says a fruit fly, specifically within the genus Drosophila. 2026-04-17 17:02:20 Fehraltorf

Drosophila melanogaster / Schwarzbäuchige Fruchtfliege / Fruit fly. [flies] [ZH]. Den deutschen Namen hier gibt's erst seit 1960. First observed on 22 July 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says not actually a bee, but a Large Bee-fly (Bombylius major), often called a Wollschweber in German-speaking regions of Switzerland.

GL says not actually a bee, but a Large Bee-fly (Bombylius major), often called a Wollschweber in German-speaking regions of Switzerland. 2026-04-17 16:34:40 Switzerland

Bombylius major / Wollschweber / Large Bee-fly. [flies] [ZH]. This was the first observation.

Google Lens gives different answers, most recent Red Mason Bee (Osmia bicornis) or Hairy-Footed Flower Bee (Anthophota plumipes), but previously European Orchard Bee (Osmia cornuta).

GL gives different answers, most recent Red Mason Bee (Osmia bicornis) or Hairy-Footed Flower Bee (Anthophota plumipes), but previously European Orchard Bee (Osmia cornuta). 2026-04-17 16:33:24 Fehraltorf

Osmia bicornis / Rostrote Mauerbiene auch Rote Mauerbiene, die / Red Mason Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. GoogleLens says it's a common solitary bee found throughout Switzerland. This was the first observation.

Anthophora plumipes / Gemeine Pelzbiene, die / Hairy-footed Flower Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 04 March 2026.

Osmia cornuta / Gehörnte Mauerbiene, die / European orchard bee; Variant: European orchard bee#2. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 09 March 2026.

Google Lens says a tree bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum).

GL says a tree bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum). 2026-04-17 16:30:58 Fehraltorf

Bombus hypnorum / Baumhummel, die / Tree bumblebee or new garden bumblebee; Variants: Tree bumblebee, New garden bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. A species of bumblebee common [on] the European continent and parts of Asia. See https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombus_hypnorum. First observed on 19 June 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-04-16 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says a Bright-spotted Groundbug (Rhyparochromus vulgaris), a species of dirt-colored seed bug native to Europe and commonly found in Switzerland.

GL says a Bright-spotted Groundbug (Rhyparochromus vulgaris), a species of dirt-colored seed bug native to Europe and commonly found in Switzerland. 2026-04-16 16:27:51 Europe

Rhyparochromus vulgaris / Bright-spotted Groundbug. [truebugs] [ZH]. GL says a Bright-spotted Groundbug (Rhyparochromus vulgaris) is a species of dirt-colored seed bug native to Europe and commonly found in Switzerland. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says a sweat bee, most likely from the genus Lasioglossum (often called furrow bees) or Halictus. TBI

GL says a sweat bee, most likely from the genus Lasioglossum (often called furrow bees) or Halictus. 2026-04-16 16:26:36 Fehraltorf

2026-04-15 Fehraltorf:

Winter gnat, probably Triochera annulata, seen before our front door. 2026-04-15 12:15:52 Fehraltorf

Triochera annulata / Wintermuecke / Winter gnat; Variant: Winter crane flies. [flies] [ZH]. Wikipedia says long, thin, delicate insects seen in fall, spring, and sometimes winter. This was the first observation.

2026-04-08:

Google Lens says maybe a Four-banded Flower-Bee (Anthophora quadrimaculata).

GL says maybe a Four-banded Flower-Bee (Anthophora quadrimaculata). 2026-04-08 16:13:47

Anthophora quadrimaculata / Familie der / Four-banded Flower-Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. . First observed on 08 April 2026.

Google Lens says likely a Brown-striped Digger Bee (Amegilla garrula) or the Four-banded Flower-Bee (Anthophora quadrimaculata).

GL says likely a Brown-striped Digger Bee (Amegilla garrula) or the Four-banded Flower-Bee (Anthophora quadrimaculata). 2026-04-08 16:08:15

Amegilla garrula / Brown-striped digger bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. . This was the first observation.

Anthophora quadrimaculata / Familie der / Four-banded Flower-Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. . This was the first observation.

Google Lens says this is a honey bee, likely a Carniolan honey bee (Apis mellifera carnica), which is a subspecies common in the region.

GL says this is a honey bee, likely a Carniolan honey bee (Apis mellifera carnica), which is a subspecies common in the region. 2026-04-08 16:04:17

Apis mellifera / Westliche Honigbiene, die / Western honey bee; Variant: European honey bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. classic appearance of a honey bee, characterized by its fuzzy, brownish body, segmented abdomen, and visible wings, consistent with the Apis mellifera species. GoogleLens says the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honey bee worldwide and is found throughout Europe, including Switzerland, where it plays a vital role in agriculture as a pollinator. . First observed on 05 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

2026-04-05 Vienna:

Google Lens meint Schwarzbäuchige Tarantel (Hogna radiata), auch bekannt als Europäische Wolfsspinne.

GL meint Schwarzbäuchige Tarantel (Hogna radiata), auch bekannt als Europäische Wolfsspinne. 2026-04-05 11:38:47 Vienna

Hogna radiata / Schwarzbäuchige Tarantel. [spiders] [ZH].

2026-03-25 Fehraltorf:

Rothalsige Getreidehähnchen (Oulema melanopus), auch bekannt als Cereal Leaf Beetle. 2026-03-25 11:32:05 Fehraltorf

Oulema melanopus / Rothalsige Getreidehähnchen, das / Cereal Leaf Beetle. [beetles] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Seen on our kitchen window - outdoors. Wikipedia says O. melanopus consumes nearly all cereal crops, but has a strong affinity for oats, barley, and rye, and its favorite host is wheat.. This was the first observation.

2026-03-20 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says fruit fly - or a masked hunter (Reduvius personatus), which I don't quite believe.

GL says fruit fly - or a masked hunter (Reduvius personatus), which I don't quite believe. 2026-03-20 09:07:30 Fehraltorf

Drosophila melanogaster / Schwarzbäuchige Fruchtfliege / Fruit fly. [flies] [ZH]. Den deutschen Namen hier gibt's erst seit 1960. First observed on 22 July 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-03-19 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says probably a Common Carder Bee (Bombus pascuorum).

GL says probably a Common Carder Bee (Bombus pascuorum). 2026-03-19 14:18:06 Fehraltorf

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-03-17 Kaltbrunner-Riet:

A bee at the smaller tower at Kaltbrunnenriet, Google Lens says a European honey bee, I thought they were bigger.

A bee at the smaller tower at Kaltbrunnenriet, GL says a European honey bee, I thought they were bigger. 2026-03-17 10:57:06 Kaltbrunner-Riet

Apis mellifera / Westliche Honigbiene, die / Western honey bee; Variant: European honey bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. classic appearance of a honey bee, characterized by its fuzzy, brownish body, segmented abdomen, and visible wings, consistent with the Apis mellifera species. GoogleLens says the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honey bee worldwide and is found throughout Europe, including Switzerland, where it plays a vital role in agriculture as a pollinator. . First observed on 05 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens sehr unsicher, sagt eventuell Schmeißfliege (Calliphoridae) handeln, wie zum Beispiel die Goldfliege (Lucilia ser.).

GL sehr unsicher, sagt eventuell Schmeißfliege (Calliphoridae) handeln, wie zum Beispiel die Goldfliege (Lucilia ser.). 2026-03-17 10:29:53 Fehraltorf

Lucilia caesar / Goldfliege / Common Greenbottle Fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. GL said it could also be a Greenbottle Fly (Lucilia illustris), and other species look quite similar, but this looked like the best match to me. First observed on 21 October 2025 in Walensee.

2026-03-12 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens sagt Gehörnte Mauerbiene (Osmia cornuta).

GL sagt Gehörnte Mauerbiene (Osmia cornuta). 2026-03-12 15:37:34 Fehraltorf

Osmia cornuta / Gehörnte Mauerbiene, die / European orchard bee; Variant: European orchard bee#2. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 09 March 2026.

2026-03-11:

First Buff-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lucorum) I saw in 2026. 2026-03-11 17:42:52

Bombus terrestris / Dunkle Erdhummel, die / Buff-tailed bumblebee; Variant: Large earth bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Common in Switzerland, says Google Lens. First observed on 04 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

Gemeine Feuerwanze (Pyrrhocoris apterus). 2026-03-11 13:51:32

Pyrrhocoris apterus / Gemeine Feuerwanze, die / Fire bug. [truebugs] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Known for the 'voodoo mask' on its back! Very common around our house, but I've never seen the groups of 100s or 1000s that are described at Wikipedia. Note that what are called 'true bugs' in English by biologists are 'Wanzen' in German.. First observed on 22 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says likely a type of Wolf Spider (family Lycosidae).

GL says likely a type of Wolf Spider (family Lycosidae). 2026-03-11 13:45:50

Zoropsis spinimana / Nosferatu-Spinne, die / Nosferatu spider; Variant: False Wolf Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Cool that my first Nosferatu spider ID happened a day before Halloween. GL says it's often mistaken for a wolf spider due to its size and appearance, but can be distinguished by the unique pattern on its cephalothorax, which resembles the face of the fictional character Nosferatu. First observed on 30 October 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says appears to be a wolf spider from the genus Pardosa.

GL says appears to be a wolf spider from the genus Pardosa. 2026-03-11 13:43:34

Zoropsis spinimana / Nosferatu-Spinne, die / Nosferatu spider; Variant: False Wolf Spider. [spiders] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Cool that my first Nosferatu spider ID happened a day before Halloween. GL says it's often mistaken for a wolf spider due to its size and appearance, but can be distinguished by the unique pattern on its cephalothorax, which resembles the face of the fictional character Nosferatu. First observed on 30 October 2025 in Fehraltorf.

2026-03-10 Fehraltorf:

Possibly a European paper wasp. 2026-03-10 12:41:53 Fehraltorf

Polistes dominula / Papierwespe, die; Variant: Haus-Feldwespe / European paper wasp; Variant: European paper wasp#2. [wasps] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. There are no doubt lots of kinds of paper wasps, not sure this is the right kind.. First observed on 01 August 2024.

Google Lens sagt Wespe (Common Wasp oder German Wasp). TBI

GL sagt Wespe (Common Wasp oder German Wasp). 2026-03-10 11:57:07 Fehraltorf

2026-03-09:

Probably an Osmia cornuta, the European orchard bee. 2026-03-09 15:02:55

Osmia cornuta / Gehörnte Mauerbiene, die / European orchard bee; Variant: European orchard bee#2. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

Probably anOsmia cornuta, the European orchard bee. 2026-03-09 15:02:55

Osmia cornuta / Gehörnte Mauerbiene, die / European orchard bee; Variant: European orchard bee#2. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 09 March 2026. This was the earliest appearance in winter/spring/summer.

A Buff-tailed Bumblebee - Bombus terrestris. 2026-03-09 14:53:09

Bombus terrestris / Dunkle Erdhummel, die / Buff-tailed bumblebee; Variant: Large earth bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Common in Switzerland, says Google Lens. First observed on 04 June 2024 in Fehraltorf.

2026-03-06 Flies at home:

In Anna's bedroom, Google Lens says a Fleecy Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera).

In Anna's bedroom, GL says a Fleecy Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera). 2026-03-06 07:49:12

Pseudeuophrys lanigera / Fleecy jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. spiders. This was the first observation.

In Anna's bedroom, Google Lens says a Fleecy Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera).

In Anna's bedroom, GL says a Fleecy Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera). 2026-03-06 07:49:12 Fehraltorf

Pseudeuophrys lanigera / Fleecy jumping spider. [spiders] [ZH]. spiders. First observed on 06 March 2026. This was the earliest appearance in winter/spring/summer.

2026-03-05:

Google Lens says likely a Tree Bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum).

GL says likely a Tree Bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum). 2026-03-05 15:35:15

Bombus hypnorum / Baumhummel, die / Tree bumblebee or new garden bumblebee; Variants: Tree bumblebee, New garden bumblebee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: WikipediaWikipedia. A species of bumblebee common [on] the European continent and parts of Asia. See https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombus_hypnorum. First observed on 19 June 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says a greenbottle fly, likely from the family Calliphoridae or a similar species like Eudasyphora cyanella.

GL says a greenbottle fly, likely from the family Calliphoridae or a similar species like Eudasyphora cyanella. 2026-03-05 15:32:59

Lucilia caesar / Goldfliege / Common Greenbottle Fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. GL said it could also be a Greenbottle Fly (Lucilia illustris), and other species look quite similar, but this looked like the best match to me. First observed on 21 October 2025 in Walensee.

Google Lens says a cluster fly (Pollenia rudis) on our house.

GL says a cluster fly (Pollenia rudis) on our house. 2026-03-05 12:24:43

Pollenia rudis / Gemeine Wurmfliege; Variant: Graugelbe Polsterfliege / Cluster fly; Variant: Common cluster fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Seen February 2026 on out house. First observed on 26 February 2026 in Fehraltorf.

Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum) daheim. 2026-03-05 12:22:07

Bombus pascuorum / Ackerhummel, die / Common carder bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 02 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Cluster fly. 2026-03-05 12:20:42

Pollenia rudis / Gemeine Wurmfliege; Variant: Graugelbe Polsterfliege / Cluster fly; Variant: Common cluster fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Seen February 2026 on out house. First observed on 26 February 2026 in Fehraltorf.

2026-03-04:

Honeybees are active now in March 2026. TBI

Honeybees are active now in March 2026. 2026-03-04 17:55:58

Small Tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae), first in 2026. 2026-03-04 17:54:41

Aglais urticae / Kleine Fuchs, der / Small tortoiseshell. [flies] Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. First observed on 23 April 2026 in Switzerland.

Google Lens says this insect on the bench in our back yard is a horsefly (family Tabanidae).

GL says this insect on the bench in our back yard is a horsefly (family Tabanidae). 2026-03-04 14:22:22

Family Tabanidae / Horsefly. [flies] [ZH]. flies. This was the first observation.

Google Lens says Hairy-footed Flower Bee (Anthophora plumipes) vorm Haus.

GL says Hairy-footed Flower Bee (Anthophora plumipes) vorm Haus. 2026-03-04 14:17:44

Anthophora plumipes / Gemeine Pelzbiene, die / Hairy-footed Flower Bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. bees. [EN]: Wikipedia. This was the first observation.

2026-03-03:

First European paper wasp (Polistes dominula) in 2026. 2026-03-03 14:01:48

Polistes dominula / Papierwespe, die; Variant: Haus-Feldwespe / European paper wasp; Variant: European paper wasp#2. [wasps] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. There are no doubt lots of kinds of paper wasps, not sure this is the right kind.. First observed on 01 August 2024.

2026-02-26 Fehraltorf:

Google Lens says Tawny mining bee (Andrena fulva).

GL says Tawny mining bee (Andrena fulva). 2026-02-26 14:03:00 Fehraltorf

Andrena fulva / Rotpelzige Sandbiene, die / Tawny mining bee. [bees] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. Seen on one of the first warm days in February 2026 on the Winterflieder. This was the first observation.

Google Lens sagt Hainschwebfliege (Episyrphus balteatus).

GL sagt Hainschwebfliege (Episyrphus balteatus). 2026-02-26 09:47:41 Fehraltorf

Episyrphus balteatus / Hainschwebfliege; Variant: Marmeladen-Schwebfliege / Marmalade hoverfly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Wikpedia says this kind is the most abundant native hoverfly in Central Europe. First observed on 07 August 2025 in Fehraltorf.

Google Lens says Gemeine Wurmfliege (Pollenia rudis), auch bekannt als Graugelbe Polsterfliege oder Cluster Fly.

GL says Gemeine Wurmfliege (Pollenia rudis), auch bekannt als Graugelbe Polsterfliege oder Cluster Fly. 2026-02-26 09:47:38 Fehraltorf

Pollenia rudis / Gemeine Wurmfliege; Variant: Graugelbe Polsterfliege / Cluster fly; Variant: Common cluster fly. [flies] [ZH]. Sources: [EN]: Wikipedia. Seen February 2026 on out house. This was the first observation.

2026-02-24 Fehraltorf:

Gelber schmetterling TBI, zweites dieses Jahr, im Fehraltorfer Wald.

Gelber schmetterling TBI, zweites dieses Jahr, im Fehraltorfer Wald. 2026-02-24 16:34:51 Fehraltorf

Hummingbird hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) vorm Haus. 2026-02-24 15:39:25 Fehraltorf

Macroglossum stellatarum / Taubenschwänzchen, das; Variant: Taubenschwänzchen / Hummingbird hawk-moth. [butterflies] [ZH]. Sources: [DE]: Wikipedia. [EN]: Wikipedia. For some reason not in the pieris.ch site I usually refer to? Wikipedia says about the family: Die Schwärmer (Sphingidae) sind eine Familie der Schmetterlinge. Sie kommen weltweit mit etwa 1200 Arten vor, davon sind 40 aus Europa bekannt,[1] in Mitteleuropa leben davon 21 Arten. First observed on 21 July 2016 in Fehraltorf.

33 photos still need to be analyzed to identify the species