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Lophyra neglecta neglecta
Werner, 2000 · Subspecies
Neglecta Tiger Beetle
Description
Neglecta Tiger Beetle, 12.5mm, coastal sandy specialist, diurnal, Afrotropical — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.
Facts
- Tribe
- Cicindelini
- Subtribe
- Cicindelina
- Body length
- 12.5 mm
- Size class
- medium
- Habitat
- coastal-sandy
- Activity
- diurnal
- Wings
- macropterous
- Bioregion
- Afrotropical
- Distribution
- Senegal, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Guinea Bissau, Guinea…
- Countries
- Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Senegal
- Conservation
- NE
- Described by
- Werner, 2000
Phenology
Active October–April (peak Jan–Nov)
Etymology
From Greek *lóphos* (crest, mane) — referring to crest-like dorsal markings or setation.
FAQ
What is the Neglecta Tiger Beetle?
*Lophyra* (Spilodella) is a small Oriental subgenus of tiger beetles haunting open, wet sandy habitats under cover of darkness. These metallic, spot-patterned beetles measure 9–12 mm and are tied to bare sand, where larvae excavate vertical burrows. Their specialised nocturnal lifestyle sets them ap
Where does the Neglecta Tiger Beetle live?
It specialises in coastal sandy habitats. distributed across the Afrotropical region. with records from Sene
External resources
Data quality score: 79 · tier A_verified