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Cicindela sexguttata
These brilliant green tiger beetles have large white, forked mandibles. Many have six white spots on their eyltra (wing covers), but many lack all spots.
I find these insects in sandy, sunny areas and on dappled forest paths.
These tiger beetles are aggressive predators. They are strong fliers and fast runners. I've watched them chase down ants and attack them. The ants sometimes win the struggle and escape, but some do not.
Spotted on Jun 13, 2012
Submitted on Jun 13, 2012
6 Comments
Thanks everyone for the nice comments. These beetles are one of my favorites and I'm always looking for them this time a year when I'm on hikes.
great focusing and color...I love the metallic/iridescence on bugs
Fantastic :)
amaaaaazing spotting and shot Gordon!
Oh, how beautiful!
Great spot & photo!!