Calomera littoralis
Tiger beetle
Sandlaufkäfer
Cicindèle des rivages
Distribution
- The temperate Atlantic
- The Mediterranean
Substrate and environment
- The species is terrestrial
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
- Uncommon Species
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 2 cm
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : Insects
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!