species 3,687 observations

Hairy-necked Tiger Beetle

Cicindela hirticollis

Field notes

Cicindela hirticollis is a species of tiger beetle that is commonly found in sand bars and sandy beaches of North America. It is medium-sized, is about 2–14 mm (0.08–0.55 in) long, and is active in the summer. The dorsal surfaces of the head, prothorax, and elytra are dark brown. The elytral markings are very light-colored cream or white. The species' common names are hairy-necked tiger beetle and moustached tiger beetle. Its population is in decline.

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Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided