Ohio Tiger Beetles | Insects | Coleoptera

Overview Of Ohio Tiger Beetles
Tiger beetles are fast running predatory beetles known for their metallic colors and large eyes They inhabit sandy trails riverbanks and open fields across Ohio Their speed and hunting behavior make them exciting insects to observe.

Verified Species Examples
Six Spotted Tiger Beetle Cicindela Sexguttata | Big Sand Tiger Beetle Cicindela Formosa | Punctured Tiger Beetle Cicindela Punctulata

Finding And Observing Tiger Beetles
Tiger beetles can be found on sunny sandy paths where they run quickly ahead of approaching observers They are most active in warm weather.

Authoritative Reference Sources
Ohio Department Of Natural Resources Division Of Wildlife | Bugguide Iowa State University | Integrated Taxonomic Information System Itis | Peterson Field Guide To Beetles

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