Insects ಪುಳು , ಕೀಟ
Coorg, nestled in the Western Ghats, is truly a paradise for nature lovers. Its dense forests, misty hills, and flowing streams create a landscape that is both beautiful and untamed. But beyond its scenic charm lies a thriving ecosystem — one that is home not only to majestic wildlife but also to countless smaller creatures that play an equally vital role in maintaining the balance of nature.
Among these are insects — often overlooked, yet incredibly important. Coorg’s forests shelter a wide variety of species, from vibrant butterflies and industrious ants to buzzing bees and elusive beetles. At the same time, the region is also known for its more intimidating inhabitants, such as stinging insects, venomous varieties, and the ever-present blood-sucking leeches that many visitors encounter during monsoon treks.
Insects are the most diverse group of animals on Earth, with over a million species identified so far, and many more yet to be discovered. They inhabit almost every environment, and Coorg’s rich biodiversity makes it an ideal habitat for an astonishing range of these tiny yet fascinating creatures.
Below is a glimpse into some of the commonly found insects in Coorg — each with its own unique role in this vibrant ecosystem.
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Insect names in Kodava thhak
Honey Bee
- – Thaen Val’nji ತೇನ್ ವಲ್ಂಜಿ

Housefly
- – Val’nji ವಲ್ಂಜಿ

Leech
- – Umb’l’ ಉಂಬ್ಳ್

Earthworm
- – Erepuḷu ಎರೆಪುಳು

Fireflies/Glow Worm
- – Minnampuḷu ಮಿನ್ನಂಪುಳು

Cicada
- – Geeje ಗೀಜೆ

Wasp
- – Kadandi ಕಡಂದಿ

Spider
Millipede
- – Kerete ಕೆರಟೆ

Pill Millipede
- – Addike Pulu ಅಡಿಕೆ ಪುಳು

Caterpillar
- – Nerpacha ನೆರ್ಪಚ್ಚ

Butterfly
- – Paapli,Chitte ಪಾಪ್ಲಿ, ಚಿಟ್ಟೆ

Cockroach
- – Paathe ಪಾತೆ

Mosquito
- – Soḷḷe ಸೊಳ್ಳೆ

Ant
- – Irrpu, Ur’ppu ಇರ್ಪು ಉರ್ಪು

Fire Ant
- – Kenje irrpu ಕೆಂಜೆ ಇರ್ಪು

Grasshopper
- – Pachepukka ಪಚ್ಚೆಪುಕ್ಕ

Dragonfly
- – Thumbi ತುಂಬಿ

Snail
- – Kotanji/Goṇṇepuḷu ಕೋಟಂಜಿ, ಗೊಣ್ಣೆಪುಳು

Rubber Beetle
- – Pandhi Puḷu ಪಂದಿಪುಳು

Bed Bug
- – Moote ಮೂಟೆ

Dung Beetle
- – Chaanna Pulu ಚಾಣ ಪುಳು

Scorpion
- – Chaeḷ’ ಚೇಳ್

Flying rain Termite
- – Maḷe pathe ಮಳೆಪಾತೆ



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