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Sophiodela chinensis flammifera

Wiesner, 2020 · Subspecies

Chinensis Tiger Beetle

Chinensis Tiger Beetle (Sophiodela chinensis), open ground habitat, Oriental region

Description

Chinensis Tiger Beetle, 19mm, open ground specialist, diurnal, Oriental / Palearctic — tiger beetle data, photos & distribution.

Facts

Tribe
Cicindelini
Subtribe
Cicindelina
Body length
19 mm
Size class
large
Habitat
open-ground
Activity
diurnal
Wings
macropterous
Bioregion
Oriental / Palearctic
Distribution
Vietnam, China (Anhui, Fujian, Gansu, Guangdong, Guangxi…
Countries
China, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam
Conservation
NE
Described by
Wiesner, 2020

Phenology

Active April–September (peak May–Aug)

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Etymology

Named after S. Nakane's wife Sophie (or honor name) + Cicindel- stem; coined by Nakane 1955.

FAQ

What is the Chinensis Tiger Beetle?

*Sophiodela* Nakane, 1955 is a small genus of 4–5 metallic tiger beetles inhabiting open, wet environments across the Palaearctic–Oriental transition zone, including Japan, Vietnam, and China. Adults are nocturnal, measuring 16–22 mm, with striking metallic coloration and pale elytral spots. Larvae

Where does the Chinensis Tiger Beetle live?

It specialises in open ground habitats. distributed across the Oriental / Palearctic region. with records

External resources

Data quality score: 81 · tier A_verified