#bugs — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 7.4M total posts and 429 new posts daily, #bugs is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.2K likes and 28 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #bugs

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#insects	7.4M	429	1.2K	100	66
#nature	847.3M	73.5K	680	100	36
#insect	9.1M	444	1.1K	100	57
#macrophotography	21.3M	1.1K	809	100	76
#bug	5.6M	268	2.4K	100	46

Related Hashtags to #bugs

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#macro	29.1M	683	1.3K	100	47
#naturephotography	261.6M	24.2K	614	100	31
#wildlife	62.3M	8.4K	879	100	49
#insectphotography	2.4M	616	1.4K	100	60
#photography	1.1B	99.1K	2.4K	100	43

Similar Hashtags to #bugs

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#ig_shutterbugs	3.6M	144	1.8K	100	48
#wholelottabugs	254.6K	26	899	26	54
#bugsbunny	848.0K	72	1.9K	75	45
#bugsofinstagram	436.6K	37	2.4K	39	58
#bugslife	896.1K	36	2.2K	50	63

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #bugs on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #bugs has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #bugs alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #bugs with #macro, #naturephotography, #wildlife for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #bugs on Instagram?

#bugs has 7.4M total posts on Instagram with approximately 429 new posts added daily. The average post using #bugs receives 1.2K likes and 28 comments.

Is #bugs a good hashtag to use?

#bugs has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 66/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #bugs?

The best hashtags to use with #bugs include: #macro, #naturephotography, #wildlife, #insectphotography, #photography. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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