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13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Elateridae Beetle

This metallic green beetle is part of the Elateriadae family. These beetles are commonly known as click beetles due to their ability to snap their sternum producing a click sound and making them bounce up in the air.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2014
Date Uploaded: 11.2015
Photo Location: Yasuni, Ecuador
Camera: Canon EOS REBEL T2i
Copyright: © Galo Rivera