Oregon Tiger Beetle

About Oregon Tiger Beetle

A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.

How to Identify Oregon Tiger Beetle

Oregon Tiger Beetle (Cicindela oregona) belongs to the order Coleoptera, family Cicindelidae. Adults typically measure 11-15 mm.

Oregon Tiger Beetle Habitat

Oregon Tiger Beetle is found in rivers & streams habitats, particularly across Western North America from Alaska to California. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Oregon Tiger Beetle Diet and Feeding

Oregon Tiger Beetle has an omnivorous diet, feeding on both plant and animal matter. This dietary flexibility allows it to exploit a wide range of food sources in its environment.

Where Is Oregon Tiger Beetle Found?

Oregon Tiger Beetle can be found in Western North America from Alaska to California, where it inhabits rivers & streams environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Oregon Tiger Beetle Dangerous?

Oregon Tiger Beetle is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

Oregon Tiger Beetle Role in Nature

Oregon Tiger Beetle plays a role in its ecosystem as part of the food web, serving as both consumer and prey. Insects like Oregon Tiger Beetle are a vital food source for birds, bats, and other wildlife, and contribute to the overall health and balance of their environment.

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