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[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Thopeutica ] Thopeutica (Thopeutica) petertaylori  Medina, Cabras & Wiesner, 2019 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of T. (T.) petertaylori (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago showing the Province of Davao de Oro where the specimens were said to be collected (right) based on the references listed below. Mindanao Region XI: Davao Region Province of Davao de Oro (formerly Compostella Valley) [2] Municipality of New Bataan [1] Comments The distribution data presented above are based on the published articles listed under the references. Wildlife Gratuitous Permits (WGP) may need to be verified to confirm the accuracy of the locality where the specimens were collected. WGPs are issued by the Regional offices of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Copies of the WGPs can be acquired through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request. References: [1] Medina, M.N. D., Cabras, A.A., and Wiesner J. 2019

[Main] This page is an ongoing project intended to assist researchers who are interested in Philippine tiger beetles. What are tiger beetles? List of Philippine tiger beetles Threatened tiger beetle species listed in DAO 2019-09 PH tiger beetles holotype tracker Tiger Beetles of the Philippines (Note: The list of species below shall be updated as soon as new information is available.) Genus Calomera Motschulsky, 1862 Genus Cylindera Westwood, 1831 Genus Heptodonta Hope, 1838 Genus Lophyra Motschulsky, 1859 Genus Myriochila Motschulsky, 1859 Genus Neocollyris Horn, 1901 Genus Prothyma Hope, 1838 Genus Therates Latreille, 1817 Genus Thopeutica Chaudoir, 1861 Genus Tricondyla , Latreille 1822 [Main]

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Cylindera ] Cylindera (Cylinderina) sierramadrensis Wiesner & Dheurle, 2018 Information: Philippine endemic. Holotype was collected from Sierra Madre in February 2018. Named after the region where it was collected (Sierra Madre). Philippine distribution: Luzon Province of Aurora, Municipality of Dingalan, Sierra Madre Province of Nueva Ecija Visayas none Mindanao none Reference: Wiesner J. and Dheurle C. 2018. Remarks on the subgenus Cylindera Rivalier (Coleoptera: Cicindelidae: Cylindera) from the Philippines with description of a new species. Insecta Mundi. 0670; 1-16. [Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Cylindera ]

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Thopeutica ] Thopeutica (Thopeutica) hinabanganensis Wiesner 2015 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of T. (T.) hinabanganensis (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago showing the Provinces of Samar where the specimens were said to be collected (right) based on the references listed below. Visayas Region VIII: Eastern Visayas Province of Samar Municipality of Hinabangan References: Wiesner J. 2015. Two new Thopeutica species from the Philippines. Mitteilungen des Internationalen Entomologischen Vol. 40; 1-8. [Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus  Thopeutica ]

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Thopeutica ] Thopeutica (Thopeutica) anichtchenkoi   Wiesner, 2015 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of T. (T.) anichtchenkoi (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago showing the Provinces where the specimens were said to be collected (right) based on the references listed below. Mindanao Region X: Northern Mindanao Province of Bukidnon Municipality of Cabanglasan [2] Region XI: Davao Region Province of Davao de Oro [3] Municipality of New Bataan [1] Municipality of Maco Barangay Masara [2] Province of Davao del Sur City of Davao Barangay Tamayong [2] Region XII: SOCCSKSARGEN Province of South Cotabato [2] Comment The distribution data presented above are based on the published articles listed under the references. Wildlife Gratuitous Permits (WGP) may need to be verified to confirm the accuracy of the locality where the specimens were collected. WGPs are issued by the Regional offices of the Department of E

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Cylindera ] Cylindera (Conidera) mindoroana  Zettel & Weisner 2018 information: Endemic to the Philippines. Named after the island of Mindoro. Philippine distribution: Luzon  none Visayas  Oriental Mindoro, Municipality of Roxas, San Vicente Mindanao Bukidnon Province References: Zettel H. and Wiesner J. 2018. Cylindera (Conidera) mindoroana sp. n.(Coleoptera: Cicindelidae), a new tiger beetle species from the Philippines. Insecta Mundi. Vol. 0632; 1-10 [Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus  Cylindera ]

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Calomera ] Calomera despectata Horn, 1892 Philippine distribution: Luzon Mainland Luzon [1][2] Visayas Leyte [1][2] Negros [1] Mindanao none References: [1] Cassola, F. 2011. Studies of Tiger Beetles. CLXXXIX. A new Calomera Species from Mindanao, Philippines. Zoologische Staatssammlung Munchen/Verlag Friedrich Pfeil. Vol.34(1) [2]  Cabras, A.A., Cabigas, E., and Wiesner, J. 2016. Updated checklist of tiger beetles in the Philippines (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Cicindelinae). (131th. Contribution towards the knowledge of Cicindelinae). [Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus  Calomera ]

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Calomera ] Calomera   cabigasi   Cassola, 2011 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of C. cabigasi (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago showing the Provinces of Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon, and Davao de Oro where the specimens were said to be collected (right) based on the references listed below. Mindanao Region X: Northern Mindanao Province of Misamis Oriental City of Gingoog Province of Bukidnon Municipality of Cabanglasan Municipality of Impasug-ong Region XI: Davao Region Province of Davao de Oro (formerly Compostela Valley) Municipality of New Bataan References: [1] Cassola, F. 2011. Studies of Tiger Beetles. CLXXXIX. A new Calomera Species from Mindanao, Philippines. Zoologische Staatssammlung Munchen/Verlag Friedrich Pfeil. Vol.34(1) [2] Medina, Milton Norman, Anichtchenko, Alexande, and Wiesner, Jürgen. 2021. Review of the tiger beetle genus Calomera Motschulsky, 1862 (Coleoptera: Cicindelidae) of

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Calomera ] Calomera mindanaoensis Cassola, 2000 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of C. mindanaoensis (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago showing the Regions and specific Provinces where the specimens were said to be collected (right) based on the references listed below. Mindanao Region IX: Zamboanga Peninsula [3] Region X: Northern Mindanao Province of Camiguin Municipality of Catarman Barangay Mainit (9°10'4.7"N, 124°39'23"E) [7] See comment [G] Barangay Santo Niño (9°10'30"N, 124°40'44"E) [7] See comment [F & H] Municipality of Mambajao Barangay Poblacion (9°15'9"N, 124°42'31"E) [7] See comment [D] Barangay Baylao (9°13'24"N, 124°41'47"E) [7] See comment [E] Municipality of Sagay [7] Province of Lanao del Norte Municipality of Bacolod Barangay Babalaya (8°9'4"N, 124°0'57"E) [7] See comment [I] Barangay Espe

[Main] The Philippines is home to many undiscovered wildlife, especially arthropods. Thus, the country is open to and encourages biodiversity researchers both local and foreign. For the past decades, collaborative work between Philippines and other countries have been successful. Now is an exciting time to do entomological research in the Philippines, especially in the field of biodiversity and ecology, as there is great potential in discovering new species and new ecological observations. Conducting research in the Philippines that involves collecting wildlife requires permissions from the country's Department of Environment and Natural Resources ( DENR ). The DENR is keen on protecting the country's natural resources, and this is accomplished by pursuing programs that contributes to environmental conservation [1]. The DENR also strictly implements the rules, regulations, and guidelines in collecting Philippine wildlife. Republic Act 9147, also known as the "

[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] [Genus Calomera ] Calomera lacrymosa   Dejean, 1825 Distribution Figure 1. Color plate (artistic rendition) of C. lacrymosa (left), and map of the Philippine archipelago (right) showing the provinces where the specimens were said to be collected based on the references listed below. Luzon Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) Province of Apayao Municipality of Calanasan [11], Barangay Tanglagan [7], 18.3737°N, 120.9610°E. See comment [A]  Kabgao (probably Municipality of Kabugao) [2] Province of Ifugao, Municipality of Lagawe [2] MIMAROPA Region Province of Oriental Mindoro, Municipality of Naujan, Barangay Magtibay, Mt. Halcon  [2] Province of Palawan Municipality of San Vicente Barangay Port Barton, Albaguin Island (probably what is now known as Albaguan island) [2] Municipality Narra, Estrella Falls [2] Municipality of Brooke's Point, Tigoplan (probably a river?) [2] Municipality of Aborlan, Canacan (Canacan needs furt

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[Main] [Tiger Beetles of PH] Tiger beetles are among the intriguing species of the insect taxon due to their brazen feeding behavior, attractive colors, and ability to occupy a variety of habitats [4]. On average, an adult tiger beetle measures from 10 to 20 mm in length. They are so named because they are able to move in high speed of approximately 1.9kph. They are generally carnivorous, feeding on smaller insects and arthropods. Their dorsal coloration have interesting patterns and are sometimes colorful. These maculations function mainly as anti-predator mechanisms. They are able to blend with their background. Sometimes their iridescent color misleads predators such as birds in determining the distance between them. Other times predator attacks are targeted on the elytra ensuring a higher probability of survival. Tiger beetles can be found all over the world except in Antarctica, the Arctic north, Tasmania, and some isolated oceanic islands such as Hawaii and the Maldive