Bronzed Tiger Beetle
Cicindela repanda
This record describes Cicindela repanda (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Labrum small with one tooth; pronotum coppery and hairy. Shoulder marking (humeral lunule) touches or nearly touches the middle band.
Wikipedia reference for Cicindela repanda: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicindela_repanda.
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
Sand, gravel, or clay soil with sparse vegetation adjacent to streams and rivers.
Geographic Range
Most of North America (LB‒AB to FL‒AZ)
Seasonal Activity
Spring and summer, but seldom seen in the hottest part of summer. Occasionally seen in early fall.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Two year life cycle, with third instar larvae passing through the first winter, and adults the second.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cicindela repanda Dejean 1825
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cicindela repanda. 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 Bronzed Tiger Beetle (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Stephen_WV; Additional contributions by cotinis , Robin McLeod , Chuck Entz , Ben Coulter , v belov , Blocky
Frequently Asked Questions About Bronzed Tiger Beetle
What is Bronzed Tiger Beetle?
Bronzed Tiger Beetle (Cicindela repanda) is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bronzed Tiger Beetle?
11‒13 mm
How do you identify Bronzed Tiger Beetle?
Labrum small with one tooth; pronotum coppery and hairy. Shoulder marking (humeral lunule) touches or nearly touches the middle band.
Where is Bronzed Tiger Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Sand, gravel, or clay soil with sparse vegetation adjacent to streams and rivers. |
| Range | Most of North America (LB‒AB to FL‒AZ) |
When is Bronzed Tiger Beetle active?
Bronzed Tiger Beetle: seasonal activity - Spring and summer, but seldom seen in the hottest part of summer. Occasionally seen in early fall..
What is the life cycle of a Bronzed Tiger Beetle?
Two year life cycle, with third instar larvae passing through the first winter, and adults the second.