Dusky Click Beetle vs Keeled Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky Click Beetle | Keeled Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriotes obscurus | Entylia carinata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Membracidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dusky Click Beetle
A dull dark brown click beetle with dense pubescence and subtle elytral striations. The larvae are significant wireworm pests that attack the roots of cereals, potatoes, and other crops.
Did You Know?
This species is particularly problematic in land recently converted from grassland to arable cultivation.
Keeled Treehopper
A small, flattened treehopper with a pronounced dorsal keel running along its pronotum. It is widespread across the Americas on many host plants.
Did You Know?
Its flat, leaf-like profile makes it look like a tiny bump or bud on a plant stem.