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Insects 65 - Systematic Listing

(45 speciess + 20 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 73

Last update: 11/10/2026 19:40:28

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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1MantodeaAcanthopidaeDead Leaf MantisMantis Hoja SecaLouva-deus Folha-secaDecimiana rehniNative
  
2MantidaeOrthoderella sp.Native
  
3Pseudovates sp.Native
  
4OdonataCoenagrionidaeAcanthagrion lanceaNative
  
5ColeopteraBuprestidaeChrysobothris sp.Native
  
6CarabidaeBrachygnathus festivusNative
  
7ChrysomelidaeEumolpus sp.Native
  
8CicindelidaeOdontocheila chrysisNative
  
9Pentacomia sp.Native
  
10CoccinellidaeVaquita AzulAzya luteipesNative
  
11ElateridaeChalcolepidius limbatusNative
  
12LepidopteraCrambidaeAchyra sp.Native
  
13Asturodes encisoensisNative
  
14Crambidae sp.Native
  
15Herpetogramma bipunctalisNative
  
16Rupela sp.Native
  
17Stained-glass MothPolilla VitralSamea ecclesialisNative
  
18ErebidaeCoenipeta sp.Native
  
19Erebidae sp.Native
  
20Oruga de los AlmacigosHypercompe indecisaNative
  
21Melipotis ochrodesNative
  
22Small MocisGusano MedidorMocis latipesNative
  
23Mariposa-perasiaPerasia sp.Native
  
24Selenisa sueroidesNative
  
25Tessellota cancellataNative
  
26Ornate Bella MothUtetheisa ornatrixNative
  
27GeometridaeGeometridae sp.Native
  
28Idaea sp.Native
  
29Iridopsis sp.Native
  
30Nepheloleuca politiaNative
  
31Southern EmeraldPolilla Esmeralda del SurSynchlora frondariaNative
  
32HesperiidaeErichson´s White SkipperAjedrezada OscuraHeliopyrgus domicellaNative
  
33Fiery SkipperSaltarina AmarillaHylephila phyleusNative
  
34Colombian Chequered SkipperPyrgus adeptaNative
  
35Ajedrezada MenorPyrgus orcynoidesNative
  
36LycaenidaeSilver-banded HairstreakBanda de PlataChlorostrymon simaethisNative
  
37NoctuidaeCondica sp.Native
  
38NotodontidaeAmericerura rarataNative
  
39NymphalidaeAdelpha iphicleolaNative
  
40CenicientaAnartia jatrophaeNative
  
41One-spotted PreponaDemofonteArchaeoprepona demophonNative
  
42Pará ZigzagCallicore soranaNative
  
43Crinkled LeafwingHoja NaranjaFountainea crataisNative
  
44Hoja NaranjaFountainea glyceriumNative
  
45Ryphea LeafwingHoja RubíFountainea rypheaNative
  
46Many-banded DaggerwingMarioMarpesia chironNative
  
47Hoja AzulMemphis moruusNative
  
48PoráMorpho helenorNative
  
49FantasmaOpsiphanes inviraeNative
  
50Simois CrescentAsoleadaPhystis simoisNative
  
51Brazilian Painted LadyDama PintadaVanessa braziliensisNative
  
52Painted LadyVanessa carduiNative
  
53PterophoridaePterophoridae sp.Native
  
54RiodinidaeCalephelis aymaranNative
  
55SaturniidaeDysdaemonia fosteriNative
  
56Imperial MothPolilla ImperialEacles imperialisNative
  
57SphingidaeManduca florestanNative
  
58OrthopteraAcrididaeAmblytropidia australisNative
  
59RomaleidaeXyleus sp.Native
  
60TettigoniidaeGongrocnemis hilarisNative
  
61HemipteraMembracidaeParaceresa bifasciataNative
  
62DipteraAsilidaeMallophora sp.Native
  
63BombyliidaeBombyliidae sp.Native
  
64SyrphidaeCorn-feeding Syrphid FlyToxomerus politusNative
  
65HymenopteraMutillidaeAtillum sp.Native
  
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