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Brasiella youngi
Wiesner, 2003 · Species
Youngi Tiger Beetle
Description
Youngi Tiger Beetle, 6mm, riverine sandy specialist, diurnal, Neotropical — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.
Key characters
Neotropical.
Diagnosis
DIAGNOSIS — Brasiella Rivalier, 1954 Body small–medium (8–14 mm), elongate Cicindelini. Neotropical.
Facts
- Tribe
- Cicindelini
- Subtribe
- Cicindelina
- Body length
- 6 mm
- Size class
- medium
- Habitat
- riverine-sandy
- Activity
- diurnal
- Wings
- macropterous
- Bioregion
- Neotropical
- Distribution
- Brazil (Santa Catarina, Parana)
- Countries
- Brazil
- Conservation
- NE
- Described by
- Wiesner, 2012
Phenology
Active September–March (peak Oct–Dec)
Etymology
Named after Brazil (geographic origin of multiple species); diminutive feminine ending.
FAQ
What is the Hispidula Tiger Beetle?
*Brzoskaicheila* is a small genus of two nocturnal tiger beetles found in the Atlantic Forest region of southeastern Brazil. These metallic, depressed beetles patrol leaf-littered forest floors and bare clay soils of Paraná and Santa Catarina states.
Where does the Hispidula Tiger Beetle live?
It specialises in riverine sandy habitats. distributed across the Neotropical region. with records from Brazil (Santa Catarina, Parana).
External resources
Data quality score: 71 · tier B_partial