Conservation Status
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This species is relatively rare in Alberta, and is on the ANHIC tracking list.
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Cyclicity
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These beetles have been collected from May through July and September; also expected in August.
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Distribution
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The range of this subspecies extends through central and northeastern United States to southeastern and south central Canada. These beetles are found only in the south-east corner of Alberta.
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General Description
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This is the largest of the Alberta tiger beetles. The shape of the humeral lunule is distinctive. Adults have a bright blue metallic lustre on the ventral surface, with the pigmented areas of the elytra red to red-purple.
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Habitat
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Sandy blowouts and marginal areas of active sand dunes in areas of sparse vegetation.
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Life Cycle
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Adults are known to overwinter.
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Trophic Strategy
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None available.
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