Click Beetle

Natural Habitat

Fields, gardens, and occasionally homes; often near moisture or light sources

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on flower nectar and small insects; larvae (wireworms) feed on plant roots

Behavior Patterns

Possesses a unique hinge mechanism between the thorax and abdomen that allows it to snap, making a loud clicking sound and jumping several inches when threatened

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans; larvae can be minor garden pests, while adults provide limited ecosystem pollination

Identified on: 5/27/2026