Cicindela pimeriana
LeConte, 1867
Cochise Tiger Beetle
Cicindela pimeriana, known as the Cochise , is a of flashy tiger beetle in the . It occurs in North America, with records from the southwestern United States and Mexico. The species is associated with open, sandy including playa edges. Observations suggest late-season activity, with encountered in September.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cicindela pimeriana: //sɪˈsɪndələ paɪˌmɛriˈɑːnə//
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Habitat
Edges of dry lake (playas) and sandy open areas in arid regions. One observation records the at the edge of Willcox Playa, Arizona, a large dry lake basin surrounded by desert grassland and scrub.
Distribution
Southwestern United States (Arizona) and Mexico. Specific localities include Willcox Playa in Cochise County, Arizona. GBIF records confirm presence in USA and Mexico.
Seasonality
active in late summer to early autumn. One field observation records an individual encountered in early September in Arizona, with the observer noting that the encounter was late in the season for Willcox Playa .
Similar Taxa
- Cylindera lemniscata at Willcox Playa; both are active in similar sandy edge , though C. lemniscata appears to remain active later into the season than C. pimeriana.