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Cephalota jakowlewi

(Semenov, 1895) · Species

Jakowlewi Tiger Beetle

Kutshumi Tiger Beetle (Cephalota kutshumi), saline flat habitat, Palearctic region

Description

Jakowlewi Tiger Beetle, 12.5mm, saline flat specialist, diurnal, Palearctic — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.

Key characters

**Head distinctly large, wider than pronotum and proportionally larger than in most Cicindelina** — diagnos

Diagnosis

DIAGNOSIS — *Cephalota* Dokhtouroff, 1882 Body medium (8–14 mm), elongate-cursorial habitus. **Head distinctly large, wider than pronotum and proportionally larger than in most Cicindelina** — diagnos

Facts

Tribe
Cicindelini
Subtribe
Cicindelina
Body length
12.5 mm
Size class
medium
Habitat
saline-flat
Activity
diurnal
Wings
macropterous
Bioregion
Palearctic
Distribution
Kazakhstan (Astana)
Countries
Kazakhstan
Conservation
NE
Described by
Semenov, 1897

Phenology

Active May–July (peak Jun)

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Etymology

From Greek *kephalḗ* (head) + suffix -ota — "head-bearing" or "head-prominent".

FAQ

What is the Kutshumi Tiger Beetle?

*Cephalota* Dokhtouroff, 1883 is a small Palearctic genus of tiger beetles adapted to open, arid landscapes across Eurasia. These dark, matte-bodied beetles measure 10–16 mm and are immediately recognizable by their disproportionately large head — wider than the pronotum — a feature unique among rel

Where does the Kutshumi Tiger Beetle live?

It specialises in saline flat habitats. distributed across the Palearctic region. with records from Kazakhst

External resources

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