Eyed Elater Glowworm vs Lined Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eyed Elater Glowworm | Lined Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phengodes fusciceps | Agriotes lineatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Phengodidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 15-25 mm (females) | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eyed Elater Glowworm
A railroad worm beetle whose larviform females emit light from paired organs along the body. Males are short-lived, winged, and do not glow.
Did You Know?
Females produce both green light from their body segments and red light from their head, resembling a tiny railroad train at night.
Lined Click Beetle
A small, brown click beetle with pale stripes along its elytra. Its wireworm larvae are major pests of potatoes and cereals in Europe.
Did You Know?
Farmers can detect wireworm infestations by burying potato pieces as bait traps, which the larvae quickly colonise.