The Arthropods' Daily

The daily Arthropod Courier brings you a new picture of a little being every day. Click here for the archive of previously published issues.

May 2026

No. 990 | May 4, 2026

Hawthorn Shield Bug

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No. 990 | May 4, 2026

Hawthorn Shield Bug

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No. 989 | May 3, 2026

Hawthorn Shield Bug

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No. 988 | May 2, 2026

European fire ant

Myrmica rubra, also known as the European fire ant or common red ant, is a species of ant of the genus Myrmica, found all over Europe and in some parts of North America and Asia. They are mainly red in colour, with slightly darker pigmentation on the head. The ants live under stones, fallen trees, and in soil. They are aggressive ants, often attacking rather than running away, and are equipped with a sting, though lack...

No. 987 | May 1, 2026

Common candy-striped spider

Enoplognatha ovata is a species of spiders belonging to the family Theridiidae.