TIGER BEETLES OF CONNECTICUT

Keys to Adults

There are two keys to adults: a simple image-based, no microscope required key, and a more inclusive, text-based key that requires a microscope. The simple key should work with most CT specimens, however, tiger beetles, like all living things, show variation in color, shape and size. For this reason I have included the text key which should, if properly used, work in all cases. I recommend that the text key be used in addition to the simple key when proper identifications are critical.

If you have used both keys and doubt still remains regarding the identity of your specimen(s) you can contact me via email (dss95002@uconnvm.uconn.edu) to discuss the possibility of loaning me the specimens so that I may identitify them.   SIMPLE KEY (CT specimens only)   TEXT KEY (CT &RI specimens)