Flashy Tiger Beetles

Cicindelini

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Adephaga
Family: Carabidae
Subfamily: Cicindelinae
Tribe: Cicindelini

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cicindelini: /sɪˌsɪnˈdɛlɪnaɪ/

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Images

Cicindela decemnotata decemnotata 124803054 by Kathy Lichtendahl. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Cicindela depressula ssp depressula Washington 081015 by Sesamehoneytart. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Bruneau Dunes tiger beetle inventory - final report for Challenge Cost Share Project- D010-P3-0097 (1994) (20393078696) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.

Cicindela bellissima 90330417 by Lee Cain. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Cicindela oregona P1500882a by
xpda. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Cicindela ancocisconensis 4024938 by pbedell. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Summary

Cicindelini is a diverse tribe of tiger beetles with around 2,000 species globally, known for their flashy appearances and predatory behavior.

Physical Characteristics

Color can vary widely among species; often identified by their flashy appearances.

Identification Tips

Beetles are often seen in pairs, which can indicate mating behaviors. Observing their coloration and habitat may aid identification.

Habitat

Primarily found in various terrestrial habitats, often near sandy or open environments such as beaches and fields where they can hunt.

Distribution

Around 2,000 species worldwide, with approximately 100 species found in the U.S.

Diet

Predominantly predatory, they feed on other insects and small invertebrates.

Life Cycle

Information not provided; specific details on life cycles may vary among species.

Reproduction

Many species are known for mate guarding behavior, but detailed reproduction methods for the tribe are not specified.

Predators

Information not provided; potential predators include larger insects and birds.

Conservation Status

Cicindela ohlone and Ellipsoptera nevadica lincolniana listed as endangered; Habroscelimorpha dorsalis dorsalis & E. puritana as threatened.

Ecosystem Role

Predators in their ecosystems, helping control pest populations.

Economic Impact

Information not provided; may be important for ecological balance.

Cultural Significance

Information not provided; specific cultural significance was not detailed.

Health Concerns

Information not provided; generally not associated with human health risks.

Evolution

Tribe contains the majority of genera and species within the Cicindelidae family, showing a significant diversification.

Similar Taxa

Misconceptions

Color can be a tricky characteristic, leading to misidentification among species.