Carabus nemoralis- this one is slightly aberrant in that is has blue on its protothorax and elytra edges. The normal coloration is violet.

 Purple-Rimmed Carabus

 

 

Common Name:  Purple-Rimmed Carabus

Latin Name:  Carabus nemoralis
                        (R. Bercha, det., confirmed by H. Goulet)

Length:   21 - 26 mm

Range: Alberta

Habitat:  Parks and gardens, also cultivated ground

Time of year seen: May to October (Additional Sightings)

Diet: Insects

Carabus nemoralis - with the more common violet coloration.

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Location: Calgary, AB
Date: May  13,  2005