Cicindela longilabris Say - Boreal Long-lipped Tiger Beetle

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Description: 12.5-13.5mm, dark brown with reduced markings

Similar Species: C. nebraskana, C. purpurea audubonii (black morph)

Range: Mostly northeastern United States; also Rocky Mtns. and Sierra Madre Mtns.

Nebraska Distribution:

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Habitat: Bare open soil or sandy areas

Seasonal Occurrence: Late spring/fall

Status: Unknown; there are two old specimens in the UNSM. One is pictured above.


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