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Insects 73 - Systematic Listing

(65 speciess + 8 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 82

Last update: 02/10/2026 19:40:22

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Venezuela

General Information

Venezuela is located in the northern part of South America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Guyana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Colombia to the west. The country´s geography is very diverse, with a wide range of ecosystems and environments, from the beaches and mangroves of the Caribbean coast to the mountains and valleys of the Andes, and the plains and savannas of the interior. The Andes mountain range runs through the western part of the country, while the Gran Sabana, a region of plateaus and tepuis, is located in the southeast. The climate varies depending on the region, with a tropical climate on the coast and a cooler climate in the mountains.

The transportation network in Venezuela is extensive, with roads connecting the main cities and towns, although the condition of the roads can vary depending on the region. The country has several international airports, such as Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas, which offers flights to destinations in the Americas and Europe. The seaports, such as La Guaira and Puerto Cabello, are also important for the transportation of goods and passengers. To access more remote areas, it is possible to use public transportation services, such as buses and taxis, or rent vehicles. However, it is essential to consider that the country´s political and economic situation can affect the availability and cost of these services.

Regarding the infrastructure for nature observation, Venezuela has several national parks and natural reserves, such as Canaima National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Henri Pittier National Park, which offers opportunities to observe the country´s biodiversity. The Gran Sabana is another region of interest, with its unique landscapes and opportunities to explore nature. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and obtain the necessary permits to access these areas, as some may require special authorizations. The best time to visit Venezuela depends on the region and weather conditions, but in general, the dry season, which runs from December to May, is the most favorable for nature observation.

The vegetation in Venezuela is very varied, with tropical forests, savannas, and páramos, among others. The country´s relief is equally diverse, with mountains, valleys, and plains that offer a wide range of landscapes and ecosystems. The rivers and lakes are also important, with the Orinoco River being the most notable, and Lake Maracaibo, which is the largest in the country. The Venezuelan coast is also notable, with beaches and cliffs that offer opportunities to observe marine life. In general, Venezuela is a country with a great natural wealth and a wide range of ecosystems, making it an attractive destination for those interested in nature observation.

In summary, Venezuela is a country with a great geographical and ecological diversity, offering many opportunities for nature observation. The transportation network and infrastructure for nature observation are adequate, although it is essential to plan ahead and obtain the necessary permits. The best time to visit the country depends on the region and weather conditions, but in general, the dry season is the most favorable. The vegetation, relief, and bodies of water in Venezuela are very varied, offering a wide range of landscapes and ecosystems to explore.



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
1MantodeaMantidaeStagmatoptera dianaNative1III
  
2ColeopteraCerambycidaeJuiaparus batusNative1III
  
3ChrysomelidaeVaquita de San AntonioDiabrotica speciosaNative1III
  
4Neolema dorsalisNative1III
  
5CoccinellidaeVaquita RojaCycloneda sanguineaNative1III
  
6Hyperaspis festivaNative1III
  
7ScarabaeidaeGymnetis pantherinaNative1III
  
8LepidopteraCossidaeLangsdorfia franckiiNative2IV
  
9ErebidaeScarlet-bodied Wasp-mothPolilla-avispa EscarlataCosmosoma augeNative2IV
  
10Cosmosoma sp.Native1III
  
11Dysschema sacrificaNative1III
  
12Hypercompe sp.Native1III
  
13GeometridaePolilla BlancaSericoptera mahometariaNot listed1III
  
14HesperiidaeArgon lotaNative1III
  
15Pompeius SkipperSaltarina Parda De PompeyaPompeius pompeiusNative1III
  
16LimacodidaeAcharia sp.Native1III
  
17Perola villosipesNative1III
  
18LycaenidaeHanno BlueHemiargus hannoNative1III
  
19YuyeraLeptotes cassiusNative1III
  
20Marius HairstreakFrotadora Jorobada VariadaRekoa mariusNative1III
  
21Gold-bordered HairstreakFrotadora Jorobada de Franjas CurvasRekoa palegonNative1III
  
22Strymon astiochaNative1III
  
23Bubastus Scrub HairstreakFrotadora PunteadaStrymon bubastusNative1III
  
24Cyna BlueMiríZizula cynaNative1III
  
25NoctuidaeXanthopastis sp.Not listed2IV
  
26NymphalidaeAdelpha erotiaNot listed1III
  
27Princesa RojaAnartia amatheaNot listed2IV
  
28CenicientaAnartia jatrophaeNative1III
  
29Anthanassa hermasNative1III
  
30Bordered PatchMontera NaranjaChlosyne laciniaNative1III
  
31Monarca del NorteDanaus plexippusNative3V
  
32Juno OscuraDione junoNative1III
  
33Gulf FritillaryEspejitosBorboleta espelhinhoDione vanillaeNative2IV
  
34Eueides isabellaNative1III
  
35Red Spot PororoPororó Mancha RojaHamadryas amphinomeNot listed1III
  
36Pororó Ocelos RojosHamadryas februaNot listed1III
  
37Heliconius ismeniusNot listed1III
  
38Ithomia agnosiaNot listed1III
  
39Northern Tropical BuckeyeMariposa Ojo De Venado TropicalJunonia zonalisNative1III
  
40Blue MorphoMorpho AzulMorpho peleidesNot listed1III
  
41Oressinoma typhlaNot listed1III
  
42PapilionidaeHeraclides sp.Not listed1III
  
43Giant SwallowtailLimonera GrandeBorboleta LimoeiraPapilio thoasNative1III
  
44PieridaeGreat Southern WhitePirpinto de la ColAscia monusteNative2IV
  
45Apricot SulphurYemaPhoebis arganteNative1III
  
46Cloudless SulphurFeboPhoebis sennaeNative1III
  
47SaturniidaeAutomeris sp.Not listed1III
  
48Rothschildia schreiterianaNative1III
  
49SphingidaeProtambulyx strigilisNative1III
  
50UraniidaeGreen UraniaPolilla Cola De Golondrina VerdeUrania fulgensNot listed1III
  
51OrthopteraAcrididaeChapulín RayadoAbracris flavolineataNative1III
  
52Yellow-lined GrasshopperLangosta de Líneas ClarasSchistocerca flavofasciataNative1III
  
53Schistocerca nitensNative1III
  
54RomaleidaeTucura RayadaChromacris speciosaNative1III
  
55Eastern Lubber GrasshopperRomalea micropteraNative1III
  
56TettigoniidaeNeoconocephalus sp.Not listed1III
  
57HemipteraBelostomatidaeGiant Water BugChinche de Agua GigantePercevejo-d’água GiganteBelostoma elongatumNative1III
  
58CicadellidaeHortensia similisNative1III
  
59MembracidaeCyphonia clavataNative1III
  
60Enchenopa squamigeraNative1III
  
61PentatomidaeRed-bordered Stink BugChinche de Bordes RojosEdessa rufomarginataNative2IV
  
62Mormidea ypsilonNative1III
  
63DipteraSyrphidaeMetallic Green HoverflyMosca Verde Metálico de las FloresOrnidia obesaNative1III
  
64HymenopteraApidaeStingless BeeAbeja AngelitaAbelha Sem FerrãoTetragonisca angustulaNot listed1III
  
65Fiebrig´s Stingless BeeYateíAbelha sem ferrãoTetragonisca fiebrigiNot listed1III
  
66FormicidaeCamponotus atricepsNative1III
  
67Camponotus substitutusNative1III
  
68MutillidaeHoplomutilla sp.Native1III
  
69VespidaeVersicolor Social WaspAvispa VersicolorPolistes versicolorNative1III
  
70Camoatí NegroPolybia ignobilisNative1III
  
71Yellow-banded CamoatíCamoatí de Bandas AmarillasMarimbondo Farinha SecaPolybia occidentalisNative1III
  
72Camoatí BronceadoPolybia sericeaNative1III
  
73Zeta argillaceumNative1III
  
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