Beetles

Glow-hunting: a must do in your lifetime

Activities sheet

Find out why glow worm hunting can be as magical as an African safari

For: Everyone
Great stag beetle hunt

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The magnificent stag beetle needs your help. This endangered species has become extinct in many parts of the UK, but together we can protect those that remain, before it is too late.

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Beetle gallery

Factsheet

Explore the ‘Planet of the Beetles’, which have lived on Earth since long before the age of the dinosaur. Over 370,000 known species in total, see some of the most well known.

For: Everyone

What is National Insect Week?

National Insect Week encourages people of all ages to learn more about insects.

Every two years, the Royal Entomological Society organises the week, supported by a large number of partner organisations with interests in the science, natural history and conservation of insects.