Danosoma obtectum
(Say, 1839)
Covered Click Beetle
Danosoma obtectum is a click beetle ( Elateridae) found across northern North America. The is associated with coniferous woodlands and has been documented in association with dead or decaying wood. are nocturnally active and may be encountered on tree trunks and woody debris. The species is part of the diverse Danosoma within the click beetle family, which is characterized by the distinctive clicking mechanism used for righting themselves when overturned.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Danosoma obtectum: //ˌdænəˈsoʊmə ɔbˈtɛktəm//
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Distribution
Recorded from western and central Canada including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Northwest Territories.
Behavior
have been observed to be active at night on tree trunks and in woodpiles.