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Common Eastern Bumblebee The common eastern bumblebee (Bombus impatiens) is New Jersey's most commonly encountered bumblebee, known for its adaptability to diverse habitats like urban areas and agricultural lands. It is a vital pollinator for many plants, including native wildflowers and crops, and its colonies are annual, starting in the spring with a single queen and lasting until the first frost kills the workers. These bees build their nests underground and are an important part of the state's ecosystem.
monarch butterfly caterpillar (Danaus plexippus). Monarch caterpillars are easily recognizable by their distinctive black, yellow, and white stripes and a pair of black filaments at both the front and rear of their body. They are known for feeding exclusively on milkweed plants, which contain toxins that the caterpillar absorbs, making both the caterpillar and the adult butterfly unpalatable to predators.
Apheloria virginiensis, commonly known as the Kentucky flat millipede or black-and-gold flat millipede, is a species of millipede found in North America. These millipedes are a type of flat-backed millipede with a dark body and red, orange, or yellow markings on the edges of each segment. They are known to secrete cyanide compounds as a defense mechanism, which can cause skin and eye irritation. The scent of this compound is often described as similar to cherries or almonds. It is recommended to wash your hands after handling one.
The monarch butterfly or simply monarch is a milkweed butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. Other common names, depending on region, include milkweed, common tiger, wanderer, and black-veined brown. Wikipedia
Tree Hopper -Heliria sinuata is a species of treehopper, an insect belonging to the family Membracidae. It is a member of the genus Heliria, which contains other treehopper species and is known for its association with trees and shrubs. This specific species, H. sinuata, can be identified by its unique appearance, and it typically measures around
