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Insects 359 - Systematic Listing

(322 speciess + 37 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 492

Last update: 03/10/2026 15:40:27

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Paraguay

General Information

Paraguay is a country located in the center of South America, bordered by Argentina to the south, Brazil to the east and north, and Bolivia to the northwest. Its territory covers an area of approximately 406,752 square kilometers, with a variety of ecoregions and environments ranging from tropical forests to savannas and wetlands. The country´s geography is characterized by being mostly flat, with some hills and mountains in the north and east. The Paraguay River, which runs through the country from north to south, is the main waterway and plays a crucial role in the country´s economy and ecology.

Paraguay´s geographical location makes it a strategic place for nature observations, as it is located at the intersection of several ecoregions and has a wide range of environments. The country has a network of roads and highways that connect the main cities and towns, making it easy to access different natural areas. The capital, Asunción, is the main entry point to the country and has an international airport that receives flights from several cities in America and Europe. From there, buses or taxis can be taken to reach other parts of the country.

The climate in Paraguay varies by region, with higher temperatures in the north and east, and lower temperatures in the south. The rainy season runs from October to March, and is the best time to visit the country if you want to observe nature in its fullest splendor. However, it is essential to consider that during this time, roads may be flooded, and access to some areas may be limited. In terms of infrastructure, Paraguay has a network of hotels and accommodations that range from budget-friendly options to luxury resorts, especially in the most popular tourist areas.

The vegetation in Paraguay is diverse and adapts to the different climatic and geographical conditions of the country. Tropical forests are found in the north and east, while savannas and grasslands dominate the landscape in the south and center. The country also has a large number of wetlands and protected areas, such as the Paraguayan Pantanal, which is one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. To access these areas, it is necessary to obtain permits and authorizations from the relevant authorities, especially if you plan to conduct research or nature observation activities.

In terms of services, Paraguay has a network of guides and tour operators that offer excursion and safari services in different natural areas of the country. These services can include transportation, accommodation, and food, and are designed to meet the needs of visitors who want to explore Paraguayan nature. However, it is crucial to research and plan ahead, as some of these services may have restrictions or require advance reservations.

In summary, Paraguay is a country with a wide range of ecoregions and environments, offering unique opportunities for nature observations. The country´s geographical location, climate, and infrastructure make it an attractive destination for nature lovers, and its friendly and hospitable people guarantee an unforgettable experience for visitors.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 21/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Records Chance of observation Conservation status Notes
301HemipteraCercopidaeSpittlebugsCigarrinha Das RaízesMahanarva fimbriolataNative1III
  
302ChicharritaNotozulia entrerianaNative1III
  
303CicadellidaeFerrariana trivittataNative1III
  
304Tettisama quinquemaculataNative1III
  
305CicadidaeCarineta diardiNot listed1III
  
306Dorisiana noriegaiNative1III
  
307ChicharraGuyalna bonaerensisNative2IV
  
308Giant CicadaChicharra GrandeQuesada gigasNative2IV
  
309CoreidaeEmpedocles luridusNative1III
  
310Laminiceps lutescensNative1III
  
311Chinche del TomatePhthiacnemia pictaNative1III
  
312Savius diversicornisNative1III
  
313Leaf-footed BugChinche de Patas LargasPercevejo-de-patas-longasSpartocera fuscaNative1III
  
314FulgoridaePhenax variegataNative1III
  
315LargidaeLargus rufipennisNative1III
  
316Largus sp.Not listed1III
  
317LygaeidaeReddish Black Chinch BugChinche RojinegraLygaeus alboornatusNot listed1III
  
318MembracidaeUmbonia spinosaNative1III
  
319MiridaeTaylorilygus apicalisNative1III
  
320PentatomidaeChinavia erythrocnemisNative1III
  
321Edessa leucogrammaNative1III
  
322Mormidea v-luteumNative1III
  
323Mormidea ypsilonNative1III
  
324Southern Green Stink BugChinche HediondaPercevejo-Fedorento-VerdeNezara viridulaNot listed1III
  
325Podisus nigrispinusNative1III
  
326PyrrhocoridaeDysdercus sp.Native1III
  
327ReduviidaePanstrongylus guentheriNative1III
  
328Assassin BugChinche Cazadora de Lunar AmarilloPercevejo-predadorRasahus hamatusNative1III
  
329Zelurus transnominalisNative1III
  
330DipteraAsilidaeAsilidae sp.Not listed1III
  
331Eccritosia rubriventrisNative2IV
  
332Triorla sp.Not listed2IV
  
333CalliphoridaeChrysomya megacephalaNative2IV
  
334MicropezidaeMicropeza sp.Native1III
  
335PsychodidaeDrain flyMosca de la Humedad Clogmia albipunctataNot listed1III
  
336SarcophagidaeOxysarcodexia paulistanensisNot listed1III
  
337TabanidaeTábanoDicladocera nubipennisNative1III
  
338ViuditaLepiselaga albitarsisNative2IV
  
339TachinidaeTachinidae sp.Not listed1III
  
340TephritidaeMosca de la FrutaCeratitis capitataNative1III
  
341HymenopteraApidaeWestern Honey BeeAbeja EuropeaApis melliferaExotic6VI
  
342Bombus pauloensisNative1III
  
343Fiebrig´s Stingless BeeYateíAbelha sem ferrãoTetragonisca fiebrigiNot listed2IV
  
344Trigona spinipesNative1III
  
345Xylocopa artifexNative1III
  
346Carpenter BeeAbeja CarpinteraXylocopa frontalisNot listed1III
  
347FormicidaeHormiga CarpinteraCamponotus musNot listed1III
  
348Camponotus sp.Not listed1III
  
349Formicidae sp.Not listed1III
  
350MutillidaeTraumatomutilla sp.Not listed1III
  
351Traumatomutilla viduaNative1III
  
352PompilidaeTarantula Hawk WaspMatacaballosVespa-caçadora-de-caranguejeirasPepsis sp.Native2IV
  
353Pompilidae sp.Not listed1III
  
354VespidaeAgelaia bequaertiNative1III
  
355Apoica gelidaNative1III
  
356Mischocyttarus sp.Not listed1III
  
357Polistes subsericeusNative1III
  
358Versicolor Social WaspAvispa VersicolorPolistes versicolorNative1III
  
359Yellow-banded CamoatíCamoatí de Bandas AmarillasMarimbondo Farinha SecaPolybia occidentalisNative1III
  
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