Lacon marmoratus
(Fabricius, 1801)
Marbled Click Beetle
Lacon marmoratus, commonly known as the marbled click beetle, is a of click beetle in the Elateridae. The species is characterized by its distinctive marbled patterning. It has been documented in parts of Canada including Ontario and Québec, with 275 observations recorded on iNaturalist. As a member of the click beetle family, it possesses the characteristic ability to right itself when overturned through a sudden body flexion mechanism.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lacon marmoratus: //ˈlæ.kɒn ˌmɑr.məˈreɪ.təs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Ontario and Québec, Canada. Distribution records from GBIF confirm presence in these provinces.
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Taxonomic Authority
Originally described by Fabricius in 1801.