Recently the New Zealand tiger beetles were separated into two groups, each having its own genus name. There is now Neocicindela with 6 species and Zecicindela with 12 species. They are similar but one fea...

The smallest tiger beetle in NZ and is moderately common in the drier, eastern side of the South Island. It is distinctly narrower in body shape relative to other species. Its habitat is also different as it is most comm...

A widespread species in the North Island and at least the northern portion of the South Is. However, recent revision has separated N. parryi from a new species N. garneri. The latter is found mainly within ...

A widespread species in the North Island but there are few records. The species appears to be rare in collections. This may be due to its nocturnal habits as it is active after sunset in dry scrubby habitats.

The commonest species of all in the North Island. Very active during the day in open muddy to stony edges of streams. It is also present in some urban sites.