Beetles Playing Cards

Play card games and uncover the fascinating world of beetles with this beautifully illustrated deck from the Art of Nature series.

Beetles rank among nature’s most captivating groups of insects, and the Beetles Playing Cards capture their intricate patterns, vivid hues, and remarkable diversity. Showcasing the colored-pencil artwork of illustrator and naturalist Mel Bry, each card features a different North American beetle species, rendered with both scientific accuracy and artistic flair. From iridescent scarabs to boldly patterned longhorns, Mel’s illustrations reveal the beauty often hidden in the small details. Her work invites players to pause, look closer, and appreciate the incredible biodiversity that surrounds us.

Designed for nature enthusiasts, art lovers, and collectors alike, this deck combines functionality with fine art. Players can learn to identify beetles by name and appearance--using the deck as a fun educational tool or even as a set of nature-themed flash cards. The Beetles Playing Cards are perfect for family game nights, classroom use, or simply to admire as a miniature gallery of bug illustrations. Elegant yet durable, the deck makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who finds wonder in the outdoors.

Card Features

• 54 beautifully illustrated beetle species


• Original colored-pencil art by Mel Bry


• Perfect for playing, learning, or gifting

Mel Bry is a colored-pencil artist and major nature nerd. The influences that helped shape her path to nature illustrator span a lifetime. The focus of her website, melbry//arts, is to bring attention to all the incredible native species that live around us and their connections to others.