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Neolaphyra truquii

(Bates, 1878) · Species

Truquii Tiger Beetle

Aesdorsalis Tiger Beetle (Nickerlea aesdorsalis), open ground habitat, Australasian region

Description

Truquii Tiger Beetle, 13.5mm, saline flat specialist, diurnal, Palearctic — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.

Key characters

Head wider than pronotum; eyewith large, protuberant.

Diagnosis

DIAGNOSIS — *Neolaphyra* Bedel, 1895 Body small (6–10 mm), elongate-cursorial habitus. Head wider than pronotum; eyewith large, protuberant.

Facts

Tribe
Cicindelini
Subtribe
Cicindelina
Body length
13.5 mm
Size class
medium
Habitat
saline-flat
Activity
diurnal
Wings
macropterous
Bioregion
Palearctic
Distribution
Australia (Western)
Countries
Australia
Conservation
NE
Described by
Blackburn, 1892

Phenology

Active October–March (peak Jan–Nov)

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Etymology

From Greek *néos* (new) + Laphyra (sister genus) — "new Laphyra".

FAQ

What is the Aesdorsalis Tiger Beetle?

*Nickerlea* W.Horn, 1899 is a small, metallic tiger beetle endemic to Australia, comprising three species adapted to bare sandy or clay substrates in forested habitats. With a compact body of 7–10 mm and large, protuberant eyes, these nocturnal hunters are finely tuned for life in the shadows of the

Where does the Aesdorsalis Tiger Beetle live?

It specialises in open ground habitats. distributed across the Australasian region. with records from

External resources

Data quality score: 83 · tier A_verified