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Pectinate click beetle

Pectinate click beetle

Ctenicera pectinicornis

A species of Ctenicera

Adorned with deceptive iridescence, pectinate click beetle is a master of metamorphosis, with larvae known as wireworms that can live several years underground, adopting an entirely different form and diet compared to their adult counterparts. These adults are distinguished by their unique ability to launch themselves into the air with a characteristic clicking mechanism if turned on their backs, an impressive feat of miniaturized biomechanics.

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Attributes of Pectinate click beetle
Colors
Black
Green
Gold
Habitat
Flower meadow; grass; flower
Adult Food Sources
Pollen, decaying organic matter, small insects, plant nectar, vegetation
Larva Food Source
Roots of grasses, strawberry, cereal grains, corn, wheat
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Pectinate click beetle
Common
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Distribution Area of Pectinate click beetle
Palaearctic
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Life Cycle of Pectinate click beetle
Egg The eggs of the pectinate click beetle are often laid in soil or organic matter. They are small, oval, and over time change in color as the larva inside develops. This stage is strictly for the growth and maturation of the embryo.
Larva Upon hatching, the pectinate click beetle enters the larval stage, characterized by a worm-like appearance. It lacks wings and has a soft, elongated body often different in color from the adult. This stage focuses on feeding and growth, molting several times as it increases in size.
Pupal After reaching a certain size, the pectinate click beetle enters the pupal stage, encased in a pupa where transformation into an adult occurs. During this immobile phase, it restructures internally and externally, changing shape and preparing its wings for emergence.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult pectinate click beetle’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened. The adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction and may display sexual dimorphism in color and size.
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Predators of Pectinate click beetle Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, rodents, predacious insects
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Scientific Classification of Pectinate click beetle
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Youth Habitat of Pectinate click beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Habitat Preferences of Pectinate click beetle Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of pectinate click beetle are typically laid in the soil near crops where larvae, known as wireworms, can feed on seeds and roots. To find these larvae, one would look beneath the soil surface in agricultural fields. Pupation occurs within the soil, with the pupae residing in small cells they construct. Searching for the pupae involves careful digging and sifting through the soil. As adults, pectinate click beetle are often found on the surfaces of plants or flying near lights at night, so those wishing to spot adult pectinate click beetle should check foliage during the day and use light traps after dusk.
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Agricultural Pests

Pectinate click beetle larvae are subterranean pests that feed on the roots and stems of a wide range of crops, leading to reduced nutrient uptake and weakened plant structures. Infestations can result in yellowing foliage, stunted growth, and in severe cases, plant death. Large populations could significantly impact crop yields, potentially affecting food supply and farmer livelihoods.

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