Carabidae Collection

Carabid beetle (Calosoma sycophanta) on white backlit background, Antola Regional Park, Italy

Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris) close uo portrait, Birchover, Derbyshire, UK. April. Focus stacked image

Blue-spotted or Golden-spotted tiger beetle (Cicindela aurulenta), Lamma Island, Hong Kong, China

Carabus intricatus, blue ground beetle

Aplothorax burchelli, giant ground beetle
A specimen of a giant ground beetle (Aplothorax burchelli) from St. Helena, held in the entomology collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Golden ground beetle -Carabus auratus-, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Pristonychus complanatus, black ground beetle
A mounted black ground beetle specimen from St. Helena, from the Carabidae family. This species is also known as (Laemonstenus complanatus)

Ceroglossus Beetle
One of the specimens collected from the Andes of Chile by Charles Darwin during his five year voyage on the HMS Beagle (1831 - 1836)

Carabus sp. beetles
Watercolour from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection, c.1820s Date: circa 1820

Ceroglossus Beetle
One of the specimens collected from the Andes of Chile by Charles Darwin during his five year voyage on the HMS Beagle (1831 - 1836)

Picture No. 11806794
Ground Beetle detail of exoskeleton colours Galicia Spain. Date:

Common Black Ground Beetle, Pterostichus melanarius, side view

German Tiger Beetle -Cicindela germanica- smallest tiger beetle of Central Europe, very rare, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Wood Tiger Beetle (Cicindela sylvatica) adult, on sandy heathland, Dorset, England, May

Ground Beetle (Poecilus cupreus) adult, Powys, Wales, June

Ground Beetle (Harpalus affinis) adult, on yellow flower in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, April

Ground Beetle (Nebria germari) adult, standing on ice of glacier, Italian Alps, Italy, July

Dorias Cave Beetle (Duvalius doriae doriae) adult, foraging in cave, Pignone, La Spezia Province, Liguria, Italy, May

Ground Beetle, large compact eyes, large strong mandibles for chopping up food, long antennae, hairs on body and legs, rows of dots along wing cases, standing on rock, side view

Domino Beetle, Anthia duodecimguttata, on a stone

Green Tiger Beetle, Cicindela campestris, on plant

Domino Beetle, Anthia duodecimguttata, a black beetle with white spots on abdomen, with long jointed legs crouching on a rock

Side view of model of black and yellow Bombardier Beetle with yellow legs, cross section showing venom glands and reservoir, explosion chamber filled with red liquid with one-way valve, side view

Tiger beetle C014 / 4645
Tiger beetle (Heptodonta pulchella) on the ground. Photographed in South China

Ground beetle C016 / 2264
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a ground beetle (Scarites buparius). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Ground beetle C016 / 2121
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a Cylindera trisignata ground beetle. Cylindera sp. beetles are native the Palaearctic ecozone, the Near East, and northern Africa

Ground beetle C016 / 2099
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a Carabus pustulifer ground beetle. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Ground beetle C016 / 2100
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a Carabus rugosus ground beetle. This beetle is found in France, Portugal, Spain and Morocco. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Ground beetle C016 / 2098
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a Carabus punctatus ground beetle. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Ground beetle C016 / 2097
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a male Calosoma sycophanta ground beetle. This beetle, also known as the forest caterpillar hunter, is native to Europe but was introduced to New England

Ground beetle C016 / 2096
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a female Calosoma sycophanta ground beetle. This beetle, also known as the forest caterpillar hunter, is native to Europe but was introduced to New England

Ground beetle C016 / 2095
Ground beetle. View of the upper side of a female Calosoma sycophanta ground beetle. This beetle, also known as the forest caterpillar hunter, is native to Europe but was introduced to New England

Tiger beetle C018 / 2463
Tiger beetle. Close-up of the head of a tiger beetle (subfamily Cicindelinae), showing one of its eyes (centre) and large jaws (mandibles, lower right)

Tiger beetle C018 / 2462
Tiger beetle. Close-up of the head of a tiger beetle (subfamily Cicindelinae), showing its eyes (upper left and right) and large jaws (mandibles)

Tiger beetles. View of the upper side of three tiger beetles (Damaster blaptoides). This species of ground beetle is found in Russia and Japan. The bodies of these specimens measure 7cm long

Ground beetle specimen collection. Box containing preserved specimens of various iridescent Carabus sp. ground beetles (family Carabidae) found in Europe. Seen here are: C. auronitens, C

Violin beetle. View of the upper side of a violin beetle (Mormolyce borneensis) from Borneo. The body of this specimen measures 9cm long

Carabus violaceus, violet ground beetle
A violet ground beetle is the U.Ks largest ground beetle, they are unable to fly, but travel quickly across the ground

Ground Beetle (Amara aulica) adult, resting on leaf in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, July

Granulated Ground Beetle (Carabus granulatus) adult, standing on fallen leaf, England, november

Beachcomber Beetle (Nebria complanata) adult, under strandline debris on beach, Gower Peninsula, Glamorgan, Wales, august

Ground Beetle (Carabidae sp. ) larva, feeding on snail prey, Italy, april
Ground Beetle (Carabidae sp.) larva, feeding on snail prey, Italy, april

Cliff Tiger Beetle (Cicindela germanica) adult, standing on soft cliff, Eype, Dorset, England, july

Olimpia's Ground Beetle (Carabus olympiae) adult, feeding on snail, Italy, august

Dune Tiger Beetle (Cicindela maritima) adult, on coastal sand dune, Gower Peninsula, Glamorgan, Wales, july

Ground Beetle (Carabus linnei) adult, standing on moss, Italy, june

Blue Ground Beetle (Carabus intricatus) adult, resting on fern fronds, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Ground Beetle (Carabus concolor) adult, standing on log, Italy, august

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Carabidae: From Calosoma sycophanta to Cicindela campestris" A stunning Carabid beetle (Calosoma sycophanta) takes center stage against a white backlit background in Antola Regional Park, showcasing its intricate beauty. Get up close and personal with the Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris) as it poses for a portrait in Birchover, Derbyshire, UK. This focus stacked image captures every detail of this remarkable creature. Discover the vibrant Blue-spotted or Golden-spotted tiger beetle (Cicindela aurulenta) on Lamma Island, where its striking colors stand out against the natural surroundings. Marvel at the diverse species within Carabidae as we encounter an array of Carabus sp. Beetles displaying their unique characteristics. Meet the enchanting Ceroglossus Beetle, known for its distinctive appearance and fascinating behavior that makes it stand out among other carabids. Behold the captivating blue ground beetle, Carabus intricatus, showcasing its mesmerizing hues and intriguing patterns that make it a true wonder of nature. Witness the impressive Aplothorax burchelli, a giant ground beetle that commands attention with its size and strength while roaming through its habitat. Explore Europe's wildlife with a glimpse of the Golden ground beetle -Carabus auratus- found in Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany; truly an emblematic species representing this region's biodiversity. Encounter Pristonychus complanatus –a black ground beetle– as it scuttles across various landscapes; these resilient creatures play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance wherever they reside.