Bolivian Ornate Tiger Beetle

QUICK FACT: Possibly the slowest South American tiger beetle; rarely flies.

THREATS: Agriculture expansion, habitat loss, fire, and climate change impacts.

IMPORTANCE: A predator and a flagship for local habitat conservation and school outreach efforts.

Photo credit: Robert Perger

QUICK FACT: Possibly the slowest South American tiger beetle; rarely flies.

THREATS: Agriculture expansion, habitat loss, fire, and climate change impacts.

IMPORTANCE: A predator and a flagship for local habitat conservation and school outreach efforts.

Photo credit: Robert Perger