Bugs Guide for Maryland
Bays, marshes, forests, and tidal wildlife
Bug highlights, common sightings, and the best places to look for bugs in Maryland. Use the highlight list to start quickly, then work through the full guide for a broader local view.
Sightings
90
Species
11
Active Months
12
Category Overview
Bugs across Maryland
This guide focuses on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species within Maryland's wider region guide, making local walks, gardens, and close-up exploring feel richer.
Latest Sightings
Recent insect sightings in Maryland
A recent look at insect sightings across Maryland.
Sightings Map
See where insect sightings cluster
Start wide, then zoom in to see where insect sightings cluster across Maryland.
Top Highlights
Top 5 bugs to look for in Maryland
These bugs are snapped the most across this region.
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Places to Start
Best places for bugs in Maryland
These place guides connect well with the bugs covered in this region.
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Rock Creek Regional Park
You might spot Great Blue Heron, Eastern Bluebird, and White-Tailed Deer.
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Assateague State Park
You might spot Domestic Horse, Sanderling, and Atlantic Ghost Crab.
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Elk Neck State Park
You might spot Common Pawpaw, Zebra Swallowtail, and Bald Eagle.
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Piney Run Park
You might spot White-Tailed Deer and Oriental Bittersweet.
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Gathland State Park
You might spot Large Whorled Pogonia and Pink Lady's Slipper.
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Janes Island State Park
You might spot Seaside Dragonlet and Laughing Gull.
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Full Guide
Full Maryland bugs list
The complete ranked list for this guide, ordered by sightings count.
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Keep exploring Maryland
Switch from bugs to birds and flowers for a broader view of Maryland's wildlife and nature.
