It's that time again: with the start of a new month, Animal Crossing: New Horizons players can look forward to the arrival of some new critters to collect and catch. Players can catch bugs year-round, though each critter is only available seasonally. July is a good month for bugs in the Northern hemisphere, both because there are many available and because the Bug Off event will continue to take place every fourth Saturday until the end of September. Players in the Southern hemisphere will need to wait a little longer to see new bugs on their islands and to participate in the Bug Off. This month, they won't see any new bugs, and the event won't begin until mid-December.
There are 80 bugs total in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. In July, 61 of those can be caught in the Northern hemisphere, and 20 can be caught in the Southern hemisphere. There are 21 new bugs crawling to Northern hemisphere islands this month, mostly in the beetle or cicada family in time for the summer. Players looking to earn some extra bells for summer projects should especially keep their eyes peeled; many of these bugs are great sources of bells. Here are all 21 new bugs heading to the Northern hemisphere in July and when and how players can find them.
Every Bug Coming to the Northern hemisphere in Animal Crossing: New Horizons this July
With so many new bug arrivals, players who enjoy collecting have a chance this month to add to their museum exhibits and make some extra money in the game. There are a variety of summer offerings, from screaming cicadas to the valuable Horned Hercules beetle, which rakes in 12,000 bells each.
As usual, players should try to wait until Flick returns to their island to make a sale. If they can hold out, they'll always be able to sell for a higher price than they would to Timmy and Tommy. They can also commission statues of any of the 61 bugs around their island by bringing Flick three of them.
Grasshopper
Grasshoppers can be found jumping around the ground on players' islands starting in July. They are active from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. They are fairly common, and they sell for a meager 160 bells each. They are not available when it rains.
Brown cicada
Brown cicadas are emerging in the trees in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. They are the most common cicada arriving in July, making them the least valuable when sold. They sell for 250 bells each. Players can find these critters from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., even during showers.
Robust cicada
The robust cicada differs from its relatives by making a grinding, rather than frying, sound. Robust cicadas are a little less common than brown cicadas, but still appear fairly commonly on trees. They are active from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and are worth 300 bells each.
Giant cicada
The giant cicada is uncommon in the game. Players can find these bugs on trees between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day, even during rain. Because they are less common than other cicadas, they are worth 500 bells each.
Evening cicada
The evening cicada has been a staple of every game in the Animal Crossing series, and it is unique as the only cicada players can catch exclusively in the afternoon and evening hours. It is active from 4 a.m. until 8 a.m. for late-night and early morning gamers, and again from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. It is also available in the rain. Evening cicadas are found on trees in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. They are worth the most of all the summer cicadas, with each bug caught bringing in 550 bells.
Cicada shell
Though not technically a bug, players can find cicada shells all day on trees. These are the only nonliving bugs in the game, and they are somewhat uncommon. They are a little more challenging to catch. While swinging a net won't frighten them away, players will need to be careful. Cicada shells will disappear from trees if the player shakes the tree or uses an axe. They are only worth 10 bells each.
Blue weevil beetle
The blue weevil beetle is new to the Animal Crossing series, making its debut this month in New Horizons. In nature, weevils are toxic, and the bright blue and green coloring warns would-be predators to stay away. In the game, their rarity is not yet known. They are available on palm trees all day and during rain showers. They sell for 800 bells each, making them fairly valuable.
Earth-boring dung beetle
Players in the Southern hemisphere got to enjoy the arrival of the dung beetle not long ago. Now, players in the Northern hemisphere have a chance to see a different species of these critters in action. The Earth-boring dung beetle is new to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. It isn't worth as much as the typical dung beetle, bringing in only 300 bells each. While the rarity is still unknown, players can find this bug on the ground any time of the day or night and during rain.
Scarab beetle
The scarab beetle has been part of the Animal Crossing series since Wild World and is a very rare bug that looks like a gold fruit beetle. Late-night players will have the best luck finding this critter, as it is only active from 11 p.m. until 8 a.m. The scarab beetle hangs out in trees. Each one can be sold for 10,000 bells.
Saw stag
Saw stags are another variety of beetle available in July. They are uncommon in the game but are available all day and night. Players will find them on trees, and they are available in the rain. Players can sell these beetles for 2,000 bells, making them a decent way to farm bells as needed.
Miyama stag
The Miyama stag is another variety of stag beetle making its way to islands in the Northern hemisphere this July. The Miyama stag is a common bug found in trees and available all day. It is not yet known whether players can find them in the rain. Miyama beetles sell for a respectable 1,000 bells each.
Giant stag
The giant stag is a rare and valuable beetle species similar to the stag beetle. This bug is scarce and worth a lot when sold, going for 10,000 bells each. The giant stag is found on trees between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m., so players looking to capture one should plan a few late-night gaming sessions. Players can also find these bugs in the rain.
Cyclommatus stag
The cyclommatus stag is distinguished from other stag beetles in the game by its giant jaws. Cyclommatus stags are found on palm trees in the game in the evenings from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. They are worth 8,000 bells each when sold, and they can be caught in the rain. They are also fairly common, making them a great way for players to bring in a few extra bells for their summer projects and crafts.
Golden stag
The golden stag is one of the three most valuable bugs coming to Animal Crossing: New Horizons in July, worth 12,000 bells each. Golden stags are another species of stag beetle distinguished by their golden coloring. They are found on palm trees between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. Because they are so valuable, they are also very rare, and they are the timidest of all the beetle species and can be easily scared away. These beetles are among the most difficult to capture in the game. It is not yet known if the golden stag is active during rain.
Giraffe stag
Giraffe stags are also valuable beetles, and they are new to the Animal Crossing series. The giraffe stag spends its time on palm trees on the island. Giraffe stags are very rare, just like the golden stag. It's not yet known whether players can catch them in the rain, but they are known to be active from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. each day. They sell for 12,000 bells each.
Horned dynastid
Horned dynastids, another beetle variety, take to the trees in July. They are active between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m., though they are uncommon. They can be found when it is raining. Horned dynastids sell for 1,350 bells each.
Horned atlas
The horned atlas is yet another rare summer beetle that appears in the evening starting in July. They can be found on palm trees, like many other beetles on this list. It is rumored that players may have more luck finding the horned atlas when it is raining. These beetles are active from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. They sell for 8,000 bells each.
Horned elephant
Horned elephants are also large beetles found on palm trees. They are rare, and, like the other rare summer beetles listed, they are active from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. They are worth 8,000 bells each and can be found when it is raining.
Horned Hercules
The horned Hercules is the third rare and valuable beetle heading to Animal Crossing: New Horizons in July. Horned hercules beetles are skittish, and players need to walk at the slowest possible speed to avoid scaring them away; even walking at a normal speed can cause them to flee. Like the other rare beetles, the horned Hercules is found on palm trees on the island. They are active from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m., even in the rain.
Walking stick
Walking sticks can be found on trees starting in July. Because they look like sticks with legs, players may struggle to see them at first from certain angles. They are uncommon, but not rare, and can be found between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m., and again between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. They are worth 600 bells each.
Walking leaf
Walking leaf bugs are the counterpart to the walking sticks, and they are also masters of disguise. They can be found on the ground, though they look exactly like regular leaves. The easiest way to spot them is by their slightly lighter shade of green. They are rare during good weather, but the chance to catch them increases slightly when it is raining. They are active all day and sell for 600 bells each.
Bugs Leaving the Northern hemisphere in Animal Crossing: New Horizons this July
Players who like to collect bugs should be sure to snag a few more Honeybees if they see them flying by. The Honeybee will only be available on islands in the Northern hemisphere until July 31. Players can find these friendly critters buzzing around their islands, especially near flowers, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. They sell for 200 bells and will not return until March.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is available for the Nintendo Switch.
