Bugs of Warsaw
Poland's bustling capital where urban wildlife thrives among Soviet-era blocks and modern skyscrapers. The city's extensive park system and Vistula riverbanks create diverse microhabitats for insects.
1.8M
Population
8.5°C
Avg Temperature
25%
Green Space
24
Bug Species
Urban Ecosystem Characteristics
Extensive park network with Łazienki and Wilanów
Vistula River corridor supporting aquatic species
Mix of historic and modern architecture
Urban heat island effects in city center
Balcony gardens and rooftop vegetation
Key Bug Habitats in Warsaw
Łazienki Park
12 species
Royal gardens with diverse flowering plants
Vistula Boulevards
8 species
Riverbank vegetation and flood plains
Praga District
6 species
Historic buildings with old-growth courtyards
Mokotów Rooftops
4 species
Modern buildings with green infrastructure
Featured Species in Warsaw
Bridge Spider
Larinioides sclopetarius
Common
April-October
Vistula bridges and waterfront structures
Bug Spotting Guide for Warsaw
24
Total Species
2
City Specialists
June-August
Peak Season
Early morning in parks