NORTHEASTERN BEACH TIGER BEETLE
Cicindela dorsalis
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Table Of Contents
- Description
- Behavior
- Reproduction and Life History
- Morphology
- Trophic Strategy
- Ecology and Distribution
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Associations
- Conservation
- Relevance
- Uses
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Literature References
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Behavior
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Cicindela dorsalis are "heliophilic", meaning they are inactive on cloudy and cool days. They regulate their activity based upon sunlight intensity, wind, humidity, and air temperature. Most species of tiger beetles become fully active at above 15 degrees Celsius. Both partially developed larvae and adults spend their nights and winters burrowed in the soil. Adult white beach tiger beetles prefer to avoid confrontations with other species. A common tactic is for them to zigzag in short bursts and then fly a short distance, 5 to 20 feet, away from danger. The form and color of the threat is not important, just its size and motion determines the flight response. (Drees Ph.D. and Jackman Ph.D., 1998; Dunn, 1998a; Dunn, 1998b)
Communication and Perception
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This species detects is surroundings visually, and through ground vibrations.
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