The Miami tiger beetle can be found in this habitat from early May through mid-October, suggesting that it either lives aboveground continually or has two emergence periods.

DESCRIPTION: The Miami tiger beetle is small ?? less than .4 inches long. Its shell is a shiny metallic green, with some individuals appearing copper colored. HABITAT: The Miami tiger beetle is found ...

As cities expand, they encroach on natural habitats, reducing the available space for the beetles to live, feed, and reproduce. Remaining habitat is further impacted by fragmentation, a process by ...