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Cicindelidia punctulata
Punctured Tiger Beetle
Cicindelidia punctulata, commonly known as the punctured tiger beetle, is one of the most widespread tiger beetle species in North America. The species exhibits notable geographic variation in coloration, with eastern populations typically showing dark brown coloration and western populations displaying greenish or bronze metallic hues. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominotypical C. p. punctulata in the east and C. p. chihuahuae in the west, with integrade populations occurring in intermediate zones. The species is exceptionally adaptable, occurring in diverse habitats from upland sand and clay sites to wet bottomlands, lawns, agricultural fields, and even urban environments such as sidewalks and parking lots.