Lined Click Beetle vs Giant Red-winged Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lined Click Beetle | Giant Red-winged Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriotes lineatus | Tropidacris cristata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Acrididae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 90-120 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Central America, South America, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Giant Red-winged Grasshopper
One of the largest grasshoppers in the world, with a wingspan exceeding 20 cm. Its hindwings are vivid red with a dark border.
Did You Know?
At over 12 cm long, it is frequently mistaken for a small bird when it takes flight and reveals its enormous red wings.