Dusky Click Beetle vs Leafhopper Strepsipteran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky Click Beetle | Leafhopper Strepsipteran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriotes obscurus | Halictophagus calcaratus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Halictophagidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 1.0-2.0 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Leafhopper Strepsipteran
A tiny strepsipteran that parasitizes leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae. The first-instar larvae are among the smallest known insects.
Did You Know?
The first-instar triungulin larva is only about 0.2 mm long, making it one of the smallest free-living insects.