#insect — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 847.3M total posts and 73.5K new posts daily, #insect is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 980 likes and 30 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #insect

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#nature	847.3M	73.5K	980	100	37
#macro	29.1M	683	1.3K	100	47
#macrophotography	21.3M	1.3K	809	100	76
#naturephotography	261.6M	24.2K	723	100	43
#insects	7.4M	429	1.2K	100	66

Related Hashtags to #insect

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#insectphotography	2.4M	616	1.4K	100	60
#wildlife	62.6M	8.8K	679	100	41
#photography	1.1B	99.1K	1.8K	100	49
#naturelovers	139.9M	24.9K	983	100	42
#butterfly	25.3M	2.0K	1.2K	100	45

Similar Hashtags to #insect

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#insects	7.4M	429	1.2K	100	66
#insectphotography	2.4M	616	1.4K	100	60
#insectsofinstagram	2.1M	135	1.4K	100	86
#insects_of_our_world	1.3M	81	917	86	50
#raw_insects	577.0K	81	1.9K	75	96

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #insect on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #insect has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #insect alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #insect with #insectphotography, #wildlife, #photography 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 #insect on Instagram?

#insect has 847.3M total posts on Instagram with approximately 73.5K new posts added daily. The average post using #insect receives 980 likes and 30 comments.

Is #insect a good hashtag to use?

#insect has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 37/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #insect?

The best hashtags to use with #insect include: #insectphotography, #wildlife, #photography, #naturelovers, #butterfly. 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: 2026-06-19. Learn about our editorial process →

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