Small insects and arthropods are creatures with different legs and bodies. Insects and arthropods that start with R include rove beetles, robber flies, and red velvet mites, which have wings, legs, or segmented bodies.
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List of Insects and Arthropods That Start With R with Pictures
- Rainbow Moth
- Red-Legged Grasshopper
- Robber Fly
- Red Lacewing
- Razorback Weevil
- Reddish Crane Fly
- Rove Beetle
- Red-Rimmed Bark Beetle
- Rattail Caterpillar
- Red-Spotted Jewel Beetle
- Red Imported Fire Ant
- Red Mite
- Root Weevil
- Rusty Millipede
- Rhinoceros Beetle Larvae
- Red Thrips
- Rice Weevil
- Redback Spider
- Rat-Tailed Maggot
- Red Admiral Butterfly
- Ruby-Tailed Wasp
- Red Mason Bee
- Red Hoverfly
- Rain Beetle
- Red Leafhopper
- Rose Chafer
- Red Soldier Beetle
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List of Common Insects That Begin With R
- Red Admiral Butterfly
- Red Ant
- Rose Chafer Beetle
- Rusty Tussock Moth
- Rice Weevil
- Red Firebug
- Red Velvet Mite
- Red Slug Caterpillar
- Rice Stalk Borer
- Rusty Millipede
Rare and Unique Insects That Start With R
- Rainbow Moth: A moth with shimmering wings showing multiple colors.
- Red-Legged Grasshopper: Grasshopper with bright red legs common in grasslands.
- Robber Fly: Fast predatory fly that hunts other insects.
- Red Lacewing: Delicate insect with transparent, lacy wings.
- Razorback Weevil: Beetle with a sharp ridge on its back.
- Reddish Crane Fly: Large flying insect resembling a mosquito with reddish body.
- Rove Beetle: Small beetle that moves quickly and hunts pests.
- Red-Rimmed Bark Beetle: Beetle living under tree bark with reddish edges.
- Rattail Caterpillar: Caterpillar with long tail-like appendage.
- Red-Spotted Jewel Beetle: Brightly colored beetle with red spots.
Dangerous and Harmful Insects That Start With R
- Red Imported Fire Ant: Aggressive ant species with painful sting.
- Rove Beetle: Some species can irritate human skin.
- Red Mite: Tiny parasite feeding on plants or animals.
- Root Weevil: Beetle that damages plant roots.
- Rusty Millipede: Can secrete mild toxins when threatened.
- Rhinoceros Beetle Larvae: Some larvae can bite if handled.
- Red Thrips: Small insect damaging crops by feeding on leaves.
- Rice Weevil: Beetle that attacks stored grains.
- Redback Spider: Venomous spider with a red stripe on its back.
- Rat-Tailed Maggot: Larval form of certain flies, found in water and decaying matter.
Beneficial and Pollinator Insects That Start With R
- Red Admiral Butterfly: Pollinator butterfly visiting flowers frequently.
- Ruby-Tailed Wasp: Parasitoid wasp controlling pest insects.
- Red Mason Bee: Solitary bee efficiently pollinating plants.
- Robber Fly: Predatory fly that helps control pest insects.
- Red Hoverfly: Hovering insect that pollinates flowers.
- Rain Beetle: Beetle contributing to soil aeration.
- Red Leafhopper: Insect feeding on plant sap but also a prey for predators.
- Rose Chafer: Beetle with pollinator activity.
- Rove Beetle: Predator beetle that helps reduce pests.
- Red Soldier Beetle: Beneficial beetle aiding in pollination.
Regional Insects That Start With R
North America
- Red Admiral Butterfly
- Red Ant
- Rusty Millipede
- Red Velvet Mite
- Rice Weevil
Europe
- Rose Chafer Beetle
- Rusty Tussock Moth
- Red Lacewing
- Red Mason Bee
- Rove Beetle
Asia
- Redback Spider
- Red Imported Fire Ant
- Rice Stalk Borer
- Rainbow Moth
- Red Thrips
Flying Insects That Start With R
- Rainbow Moth
- Red Lacewing
- Red Admiral Butterfly
- Robber Fly
- Reddish Crane Fly
- Red Soldier Beetle
- Red Hoverfly
- Rusty Tussock Moth
- Redback Spider (juvenile can glide)
- Ruby-Tailed Wasp
Crawling or Ground Insects That Start With R
- Red Ant
- Root Weevil
- Red Velvet Mite
- Rusty Millipede
- Rice Weevil
- Redback Spider
- Rove Beetle
- Rat-Tailed Maggot
- Red Thrips
- Razorback Weevil
Predatory Insects That Start With R
- Robber Fly
- Rove Beetle
- Redback Spider
- Red Imported Fire Ant
- Rainbow Moth (larvae stage predatory)
- Red Soldier Beetle
- Red Lacewing
- Ruby-Tailed Wasp
- Rain Beetle
- Red Leafhopper
Endangered or Protected Insects That Start With R
- Rainbow Moth
- Red Admiral Butterfly
- Red Mason Bee
- Rose Chafer Beetle
- Red Lacewing
- Rusty Tussock Moth
- Rattail Caterpillar
- Redback Spider (protected in some regions)
- Red Velvet Mite
- Red Soldier Beetle
FAQs About Insects and Arthropods That Start With R
Which are the most common insects that start with R?
Red Admiral Butterfly, Red Ant, and Rusty Tussock Moth are widely recognized species.
Are there any dangerous insects starting with R?
Yes, Red Imported Fire Ant, Redback Spider, and Root Weevil are considered harmful.
What are some beneficial insects that start with R?
Red Mason Bee, Ruby-Tailed Wasp, and Robber Fly help control pests or pollinate plants.
Can you name rare insects that begin with R?
Rainbow Moth, Red-Rimmed Bark Beetle, and Rattail Caterpillar are unique species.
Which insects starting with R are endangered?
Rainbow Moth, Red Mason Bee, and Red Lacewing are examples of protected species.
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