Mooreana trichoneura (Yellow Flat) - Sikkim Butterfly

 

Kingdom:            Animalia

Phylum:               Arthropoda

Class:                   Insecta

Order:                  Lepidoptera

Family:                Hesperiidae

Genus:                 Mooreana

Species:                M. trichoneura

Binomial name:  Mooreana trichoneura (C. & R. Felder, 1860)

Ambulyx sericeipennis (common gliding hawkmoth) - Sikkim Moth

 

Scientific classification

 

Kingdom:            Animalia

Phylum:               Arthropoda

Class:                   Insecta

Order:                  Lepidoptera

Family:                Sphingidae

Genus:                 Ambulyx

Species:                A. sericeipennis

Binomial name:  Ambulyx sericeipennis (Butler, 1875)

Ourapteryx clara (Geometrid Swallowtail Moth) Sikkim Moth

 

Scientific classification

Kingdom:            Animalia

Phylum:               Arthropoda

Class:                   Insecta

Order:                  Lepidoptera

Family:                Geometridae

Genus:                 Ourapteryx

Species:                O.clara

Binomial name:  Ourapteryx clara (Leach, 1814)

Marumba dyras ( dull swirled hawkmoth) - Sikkim Moth

Scientific classification

 

Kingdom:            Animalia

Phylum:               Arthropoda

Class:                   Insecta

Order:                  Lepidoptera

Family:                Sphingidae

Genus:                 Marumba

Species:                M. dyras

Binomial name:   Marumba dyras (Walker, 1856)

 

Marumba dyras is a species of hawk moth described by Francis Walker in 1856.

 

Ropalidia marginata (Paper Wasp) - Sikkim Wasp

The Paper Wasp, or Ropalidia marginata, belongs to the genus Ropalidia and is part of the order Hymenoptera. This order also includes insects like bees, ants, and traditional wasps. is native to parts of South Asia and is primarily found in countries like India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Within India, it is especially common in the northeastern regions, including Sikkim, where the warm, humid climate provides ideal conditions for these wasps to thrive.

These wasps prefer forested areas, gardens, and human settlements, where they can easily find materials for building their nests and food sources. The nests are often found hanging from tree branches, under eaves of houses, or in shrubs, showcasing their adaptability to natural and urban environments.

The Paper Wasp is known for its social behaviour, living in colonies that can consist of many individuals, making them a common sight in their habitats. Their presence is crucial for the ecosystem, as they help control pest populations and contribute to pollination.

Styringomyia sp. - Sikkim Crane Fly

 Styringomyia is a genus of crane fly in the family Limoniidae.

 

Imantocera penicillata - Sikkim Beetle

 

Imantocera penicillata, also known as "Jungli Kira" in Nepali, is a species of beetle in the Cerambycidae family. It was first described by Hope in 1831, initially under the genus Lamia. This beetle is found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, China, Thailand, Laos, Nepal, and Vietnam.

It is recognized for its long antennae and striking appearance. The beetle is typically seen in forested and wooded areas where it can be observed on trees and plants. Its larvae feed on various types of wood, contributing to the natural process of decomposition and nutrient recycling in the ecosystem.