Cicindela patruela huberi
Johnson, 1989
Huber's Tiger Beetle
Cicindela patruela huberi is a of the northern barred tiger , described by Johnson in 1989. GBIF lists this as a synonym, suggesting taxonomic uncertainty or consolidation with other forms. The parent C. patruela is associated with sandy forest in the upper Midwest of North America. This subspecific epithet honors an individual named Huber, likely in recognition of contributions to tiger beetle study.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cicindela patruela huberi: /sɪˈsɪndələ pəˈtruːələ ˈhjuːbɛri/
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Habitat
Sandy forest , particularly oak-pine forests with open sandy ground. The parent C. patruela is documented from sandy woodland environments in the upper Midwest region of the United States.
Distribution
Upper Midwest of North America. GBIF records indicate presence in Canada and the United States. The parent C. patruela is primarily distributed in the northern Great Lakes region and adjacent areas. A single unsubstantiated report from northeastern Missouri exists, though this would represent a significant range extension if confirmed.
Seasonality
of the parent C. patruela are active in spring and fall, with peak activity during cooler periods of the growing season. Specific for this is not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Cicindela patruela patruelaNominate ; C. p. huberi was described as a distinct subspecies based on morphological differentiation, though current taxonomic status is listed as synonym in GBIF
- Cicindela patruela consentaneaAnother of C. patruela; all share the characteristic sandy forest preference and barred elytral pattern
- Cicindela patruela delecta occurring in the Great Lakes region; morphological characters distinguishing these forms require examination of
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Taxonomic Status
GBIF lists Cicindela patruela huberi as a synonym, indicating this may have been synonymized with another form of C. patruela or that its validity is disputed. The original description by Johnson (1989) would provide diagnostic characters, but subsequent taxonomic revisions may have reassessed its status.
Nomenclatural Note
The epithet 'huberi' honors Ron Huber, who contributed to tiger surveys in the upper Midwest. Huber is mentioned in the source material as having recalled seeing a specimen of C. patruela from northeastern Missouri, though without supporting label data.