Insects with I

Ichneumon wasps

Ichneumon wasps are parasitoid wasps in the family Ichneumonidae. They lay their eggs on or in other insects, and their larvae consume the host.

Indian meal moths

Indian meal moths (Plodia interpunctella) are pests of stored food products. The larvae infest grains, flour, nuts, and dried fruit.

Indian stick insects

Indian stick insects are large, plant-eating insects known for their camouflage. They resemble twigs and belong to the order Phasmatodea.

Inchworms

Inchworms are the larvae of moths in the family Geometridae. They move in a characteristic looping gait and are sometimes called loopers.

Ironclad beetles

Ironclad beetles are extremely tough beetles in the family Zopheridae. Their exoskeleton is so hard it can resist being crushed or punctured.

Isopods

Isopods are crustaceans, not insects, but include land-dwelling forms like pill bugs and woodlice. They feed on decaying organic material.

Ichthyurid springtails

Ichthyurid springtails are tiny, soil-dwelling hexapods in the order Collembola. They play an important role in breaking down organic matter.

Indian grass mantis

The Indian grass mantis (Schizocephala bicornis) is a slender praying mantis species known for its camouflage among grasses and leaves.