Horistonotus uhlerii
Horn
Sand Wireworm
Horistonotus uhlerii is a of click beetle in the Elateridae, commonly known as the Sand . The species is native to North America and is associated with sandy . beetles are typical of the in general form, while larvae are wireworms—elongated, hard-bodied larvae that develop in soil. The species has been documented in limited observations, with available records indicating a preference for sandy substrates.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Horistonotus uhlerii: //ˌhɔːrɪˈstoʊnətəs ˈjuːləri//
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Habitat
Sandy soils and substrates; associated with sandy environments typical of .
Distribution
North America; documented from the United States.
Human Relevance
Larvae (wireworms) may potentially damage crop roots in sandy agricultural soils, though specific economic impact for this is not well documented.