Wireworm (click beetle larva), likely a mealworm-like beetle larva

Usually in soil, under bark, leaf litter, or decaying wood; many species occur in gardens and agricultural ground.

Larvae commonly eat roots, seeds, decaying plant material, or other soil organisms. Some are significant crop pests, while others are predatory or decomposer-associated.

Cylindrical, hard-bodied larvae live mostly underground and move slowly; they pupate in soil or wood before emerging as adult click beetles. The curled posture shown is likely a defensive response.

Some wireworms damage potatoes, grains, vegetables, and seedlings by tunneling into roots or tubers. Other elaterid larvae help decompose organic matter or prey on soil pests; they do not pose a meaningful danger to people.