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Bronzed Tiger Beetle

Cicindela repanda

The Bronzed Tiger Beetle is a shiny, fast bug that loves to run around on the ground. Its beautiful bronze color helps it blend in with the dirt and grass.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Bronzed Tiger Beetle is a slender, metallic-colored insect, often appearing iridescent bronze, coppery, or greenish. It has large, prominent eyes and long, thin legs, with a distinct pale, wavy band across its wing covers that sets it apart.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyCarabidaeGenusCicindela
Bronzed Tiger Beetle
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Bronzed Tiger Beetle

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

The shimmering colors on their shell aren't painted; they're created by light bouncing off tiny structures!

Their larvae are "trap-door hunters," waiting in burrows to ambush prey!

They have huge, scissor-like jaws that are incredibly strong for grabbing other bugs!

When running top speed, their brains can't keep up, making them briefly "blind"!

Special abilities

Ability

Lightning-Fast Runner

Bronzed Tiger Beetle can sprint at incredible speeds because of its long, powerful legs that help it chase down prey.

Ability

Super Sharp Vision

Bronzed Tiger Beetle has large, keen eyes that help them detect tiny insects from a distance and avoid predators.

Ability

Rapid Escape Flight

Bronzed Tiger Beetle can quickly take to the air using powerful wings to evade danger or move between hunting grounds.

Ability

Instant Hideaway

Bronzed Tiger Beetle can rapidly burrow into sandy soil with its specialized front legs, helping them disappear from threats.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
20-28 mm
Size
10-14 mm
Lifespan
45-90 days
Flight Speed
8 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

A quick hunter of other small insects and tiny arthropods in its habitat.

Age differences: Larvae ambush prey from burrows, while adults actively pursue them on the surface.

Primary Foods

  • ants
  • flies
  • small caterpillars
  • small spiders
  • leafhoppers

Foraging Method

  • Pursuit

Ecological connections

eaten by

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

a common bird predator

eaten by

American Bullfrog

Lithobates catesbeianus

a hungry amphibian often found near water

hunts

Silky Ant

Formica fusca

a common ground-dwelling insect prey

hunts

House Fly

Musca domestica

a fast, winged insect often caught mid-flight

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be gentle and watch where you step, as these little beetles are quick and can be easily scared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bronzed Tiger Beetle's wingspan?

20-28 mm

How big is Bronzed Tiger Beetle?

10-14 mm

How long does Bronzed Tiger Beetle live?

45-90 days

How fast can Bronzed Tiger Beetle fly?

8 km/h

What does Bronzed Tiger Beetle eat?

A quick hunter of other small insects and tiny arthropods in its habitat.

Where is Bronzed Tiger Beetle usually found?

Grasslands

How does Bronzed Tiger Beetle hunt?

Pursuit

How many legs does Bronzed Tiger Beetle have?

6

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