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πŸͺ² Beetles

Patagonian Tiger Beetle

Cicindela patagonika

About

A fast-running predatory beetle adapted to the harsh steppe environment of Patagonia. It has a dark metallic body with pale markings on the elytra and large prominent eyes for tracking prey. It is one of the fastest running insects relative to body size.

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Did You Know?

It runs so fast that it temporarily goes blind during pursuit, having to stop and re-orient before resuming the chase.