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six-spotted tiger beetle
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Also known as: Cicindela sexguttata
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- In tiger beetle: Physical description
The six-spotted tiger beetle (C. sexguttata), which is a commonly occurring species in eastern North America, is distinguished by its shiny bluish green color and by six white markings on its elytra. Species that inhabit sandy areas are often light-colored and match the environment.
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