Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle
Cicindela longilabris
This record describes Cicindela longilabris (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wikipedia reference for Cicindela longilabris: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicindela_longilabris.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cicindelinae
- Tribe
- Cicindelini
- Genus
- Cicindela (Temperate Tiger Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Sandy areas near bogs, forests, bare rock, forest roads and trails
Geographic Range
transcontinental in the north, south in the western mountains to NM-CA
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Overwinters as adults
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cicindela longilabris Say 1824
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cicindela longilabris. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Matthew Roth; Additional contributions by Robin McLeod , Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , Ben Coulter , Aaron Schusteff , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle
How big is Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle?
13-17 mm
Where is Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Sandy areas near bogs, forests, bare rock, forest roads and trails |
| Range | transcontinental in the north, south in the western mountains to NM-CA |
What is the life cycle of a Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle?
Overwinters as adults