May Beetle (or June Bug)

Found in lawns, gardens, and woodlands throughout North America; larvae live underground.

Adults feed on the foliage of trees and shrubs; larvae (grubs) eat the roots of grasses and other plants.

Nocturnal insects that are strongly attracted to artificial lights. They have a clumsy flight pattern and are often seen banging against windows or porch lights during late spring and early summer.

Generally harmless to humans as they do not bite or sting. However, the larvae can be significant agricultural and lawn pests by damaging root systems, while adults may cause minor defoliation of ornamental plants.