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Blue Ground Beetle

Blue Ground Beetle

Poecilus versicolor

Poecilus versicolor is a ground beetle species belonging to the Carabidae family, characterized by its metallic blue-green coloration and predatory behavior in temperate European ecosystems.

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Blue Ground Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Predominantly found in grasslands, forest edges, agricultural landscapes, and meadows across Central and Northern Europe, typically in areas with moderate humidity and vegetation cover

Ecological Role

Important predatory invertebrate that controls insect populations, contributes to soil ecosystem balance, and serves as a bioindicator of habitat quality and environmental health

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Hard chitinous exoskeleton with metallic sheen, providing protection and thermoregulation
  • LIMBS WINGS Six powerful walking legs, adapted for rapid ground movement, with elytra covering hindwings
  • HEAD SENSORY Large compound eyes, prominent mandibles for predation, and sensitive antennae for environmental navigation
  • BODY STRUCTURE Elongated beetle body, approximately 10-14 mm in length, with robust exoskeleton and metallic blue-green iridescent coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Francisco Welter-Schultes
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Related Species in Carabidae