#insects — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 847.3M total posts and 73.5K new posts daily, #insects is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 3.1K likes and 22 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #insects

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#nature	847.3M	73.5K	3.1K	100	27
#macrophotography	21.3M	1.3K	1.6K	100	46
#naturephotography	261.6M	24.2K	555	100	40
#insect	9.1M	444	2.0K	100	48
#macro	29.1M	732	1.3K	100	47

Related Hashtags to #insects

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#wildlife	62.6M	8.8K	881	100	41
#insectphotography	2.4M	616	2.4K	100	58
#photography	1.1B	99.1K	19.3K	100	73
#naturelovers	139.9M	24.9K	797	100	42
#insectsofinstagram	2.1M	135	1.4K	100	86

Similar Hashtags to #insects

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#insectsofinstagram	2.1M	135	1.4K	100	86
#insects_of_our_world	1.3M	92	917	94	50
#raw_insects	577.0K	81	1.9K	75	96
#kings_insects	922.2K	45	800	57	45
#beautiful_insects_japan	464.7K	58	1.1K	55	56

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #insects on Instagram

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

#insects has 847.3M total posts on Instagram with approximately 73.5K new posts added daily. The average post using #insects receives 3.1K likes and 22 comments.

Is #insects a good hashtag to use?

#insects has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 27/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #insects?

The best hashtags to use with #insects include: #wildlife, #insectphotography, #photography, #naturelovers, #insectsofinstagram. 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: 2026-09-12. Learn about our editorial process →

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