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Northern Dune Tiger Beetle

Northern Dune Tiger Beetle

Cicindela hybrida

A small, fast-moving predatory beetle species found in sandy coastal and dune habitats across Europe, characterized by distinctive metallic green and brown coloration and exceptional hunting capabilities.

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Northern Dune Tiger Beetle
Northern Dune Tiger Beetle
Northern Dune Tiger Beetle
Northern Dune Tiger Beetle
Northern Dune Tiger Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Sandy coastal regions, dunes, beach interfaces, and open sandy terrain with sparse vegetation in temperate European landscapes

Ecological Role

Critical predator in sandy ecosystem food webs, controlling insect populations and serving as bioindicator for habitat health and environmental quality

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Metallic green-bronze exoskeleton with brown mottled patterns, providing camouflage and temperature regulation
  • LIMBS WINGS Long, agile legs enabling extremely rapid running and short bursts of flight, elytra covering functional hindwings
  • HEAD SENSORY Large compound eyes, powerful mandibles, excellent visual and tactile sensory capabilities for hunting
  • BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, streamlined body approximately 10-14 mm in length, adapted for rapid movement across sandy surfaces
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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