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Heath tiger beetle

Cicindela sylvatica

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Coleoptera (Kın kanatlılar)

Species

Cicindela sylvatica (Heath tiger beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Wald-Sandlaufkäfer

Similar Species in Cicindela

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Northern dune tiger beetle

Cicindela hybrida

Vulnerable

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Cobblestone Tiger Beetle

Cicindela marginipennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Heath tiger beetle?

The scientific name of Heath tiger beetle is Cicindela sylvatica. It belongs to the genus Cicindela.

What is the conservation status of Heath tiger beetle?

Heath tiger beetle (Cicindela sylvatica) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Heath tiger beetle live?

Heath tiger beetle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Heath tiger beetle belong to?

Heath tiger beetle (Cicindela sylvatica) belongs to the genus Cicindela, which is part of the taxonomic family Carabidae.

Is Heath tiger beetle endangered?

Yes, Heath tiger beetle (Cicindela sylvatica) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Heath tiger beetle belong to?

Heath tiger beetle (Cicindela sylvatica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Heath tiger beetle?

The closest relatives of Heath tiger beetle in the genus Cicindela include Northern dune tiger beetle, Cobblestone Tiger Beetle, Common Tiger Beetle, Dune tiger beetle.