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Peridexia fulvipes perroti

Werner, 2003 · Subspecies

Fulvipes Tiger Beetle

Glaesariana Tiger Beetle (Peridexia glaesariana), arboreal habitat, Malagasy region

Description

Fulvipes Tiger Beetle, 11.5mm, arboreal specialist, diurnal, Afrotropical — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.

Facts

Tribe: Cicindelini
Subtribe: Cicindelina
Body length: 11.5 mm
Size class: medium
Habitat: arboreal
Activity: diurnal
Wings: macropterous
Bioregion: Afrotropical
Distribution: Madagascar (Sambirano)
Countries: Madagascar
Conservation: NE
Described by: Werner, 2003

Phenology

Active June–October (peak Jul–Aug)

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Etymology

From Greek *perí* (around) + *dexiá* (right hand, skill) — "skilled all around"; coined name.

FAQ

What is the Glaesariana Tiger Beetle?

*Peridexia* Chaudoir, 1860 is a small, poorly known genus of tiger beetles restricted to the Oriental region, where adults inhabit tree trunks and bark surfaces in forest environments. These medium-sized beetles, reaching around 12 mm in length, are nocturnal in habit, sheltering by day beneath bark

Where does the Glaesariana Tiger Beetle live?

It specialises in arboreal habitats. distributed across the Malagasy region. with records from Madagas

External resources

GBIF · Wikipedia

Data quality score: 75 · tier A_verified