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Insect Blog Template

Insect Blog Template, 2 columns in content area, 3 columns at the bottom, W3C compliant XHTML CSS layout, Light Green Color

About this template

Insect Blog Template is a free HTML/CSS website template from Templatemo that provides a light-green, two-column blog layout with a three-column footer for building simple blogs or content sites.

What is Insect Blog Template?

Insect Blog Template is a static XHTML/CSS website template created by Templatemo and published in March 2009. It takes plain HTML content and renders it as a blog-style page with a clean two-column content area and a three-column footer. The template is distributed as a downloadable ZIP file, and Templatemo provides a live preview and a full-size screenshot for evaluation. It has been viewed over 93,000 times and downloaded more than 22,000 times on the Templatemo site.

Key Features

  • Two-column content area — The main body is split into two columns, typical for blog posts plus a sidebar.
  • Three-column footer — The footer area is divided into three columns, useful for widgets, links, or additional info.
  • Light green color scheme — The design uses a light green palette, fitting for nature or insect-themed sites.
  • W3C compliant XHTML CSS — The markup and styles are built to comply with W3C standards, improving cross-browser consistency.
  • Free commercial use — Templatemo states the template is 100% free to download, edit, and use for both commercial and non-commercial websites.
  • No framework dependencies — It uses only plain HTML and CSS, so it runs anywhere without needing a CMS or build tool.

Who is it for?

  • Personal bloggers — Start a hobby blog about insects, nature, or any topic with a ready-made layout.
  • Small content sites — Use the two-plus-three column structure to organize articles and side widgets without coding from scratch.
  • Students learning HTML/CSS — Study a compact, W3C-compliant XHTML/CSS example to understand historical web layout techniques.

What can you do with it?

  • Launch an insect or nature blog: Use the green theme and blog structure to publish species guides, photos, and observations.
  • Build a simple personal blog: Replace the sample content with your own posts and use the sidebar for archives or categories.
  • Learn from the source: Open the HTML and CSS files to see how a 2009-era W3C-compliant layout was assembled.

Pricing

Insect Blog Template is free to download. Templatemo explicitly allows anyone to download, edit, and use it for commercial or non-commercial sites without payment.

FAQ

Is Insect Blog Template free?

Yes, the template is 100% free to download. Templatemo states that you are allowed to download, edit, and use it for commercial or non-commercial sites without charge.

Can I use this template for commercial projects?

Yes, commercial use is permitted. Templatemo does not restrict the template to personal use only.

What technology does Insect Blog Template use?

It uses W3C-compliant XHTML and CSS only. There is no JavaScript framework, CMS, or build system required.

How old is this template?

It was added to Templatemo on 18 March 2009, making it a vintage design that reflects late-2000s web layout conventions.

Where can I download it?

You can download the ZIP file directly from its Templatemo page, which also offers a live preview and a full-size screenshot.