Insects in Bath and North East Somerset

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common insects in Bath and North East Somerset?

The 10 most common insects in Bath and North East Somerset are:

1. Asian Lady Beetle (Harmonia axyridis)
2. Speckled Wood (Pararge aegeria)
3. Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina)
4. European Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io)
5. Seven-spotted Lady Beetle (Coccinella septempunctata)
6. Jersey Tiger (Euplagia quadripunctaria)
7. European Comma (Polygonia c-album)
8. Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera)
9. Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
10. Scarlet Tiger (Callimorpha dominula)

What is the most observed insect in Bath and North East Somerset?

The most observed insect in Bath and North East Somerset is Asian Lady Beetle (Harmonia axyridis), with 393 recorded observations.