Click Beetle Collection

Insects old litho print from 1852
Antique lithographic print from plate 28 (Entomology), Volume 2: A History Of The Earth And Animated Nature by Oliver Goldsmith, 1852. Various Insects including moths, beetles, fleas

Lowland Tapir, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999728 Lowland Tapir, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Click beetle: Headlight elater, Pyrophorus noctilucus 1, Chalcolepidius porcatus 2, lined click beetle
6337459 Click beetle: Headlight elater, Pyrophorus noctilucus 1, Chalcolepidius porcatus 2, lined click beetle, Agriotes lineatus 3, Elater suturalis 4, and Semiotus distinctus 5 by English School

Limoniscus violaceus, violet click

A native hut illuminated by luminous beetles in a cage, 19th century. From The Universe or, The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little, published 1882

Pyrophorus noctilucus (Headlight Elater)
Illustration pof a Pyrophorus noctilucus (Headlight Elater)

Click Beetle species -Ctenicera sp. -
Click Beetle species -Ctenicera sp.-

Potato infested with larvae of click beetle

Click beetle climbing on a plant stem

Click beetle on a buttercup flower, close-up

Mites on beetle
Mites on a beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mites (Fuscuropoda marginata, at centre) infesting a click beetle (Elater balteatus). They are seen on the beetles legs

Click beetle (Athous sp.) on a leaf. This species of leaf beetle is native to Europe. Click beetles are so named due to their unusual ability to snap themselves into the air

Click beetles. View of the upper side of click beetles (Semiotus imperialis). These specimens are from the Amazon Basin, Brazil. Their bodies measure 5cm long

Click beetle in amber
A click beetle preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen originates from the Upper Eocene period

Giant Malaysian Click-Beetle - male on bark of a tree - El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. Evening - February. Ph41. 0798
ANZ-974 Giant Malaysian Click-Beetle - male on bark of a tree El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. Evening - February. Oxynopterus auduoin Andrey Zvoznikov Please note that prints are for personal display

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"Unveiling the Timeless Beauty: The Click Beetle" Step back in time with this captivating litho print from 1852, showcasing a mesmerizing array of insects. Among them, we find the enchanting click beetle species that have fascinated naturalists for centuries. From the elegant Lowland Tapir engraving of 1833-39 to the vibrant coloured illustrations of Pyrophorus noctilucus and Chalcolepidius porcatus, these ancient creatures come to life on paper. Their distinctive features and intricate patterns are meticulously captured by talented artists who sought to unveil their beauty. The lined click beetle, Agriotes lineatus, Elater suturalis, Semiotus distinctus, and Limoniscus violaceus showcase nature's artistry at its finest. Each species possesses unique characteristics that make them stand out in their own right. Whether it's the violet hues of Limoniscus violaceus or the luminous glow emitted by Pyrophorus noctilucus - they never fail to leave us in awe. Intriguingly enough, a native hut illuminated by luminous beetles housed within a cage was documented in the 19th century. This rare sight reminds us of how these tiny creatures can create magical moments even amidst simplicity. Delving deeper into history reveals more wonders as we explore pages from The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature. Engravings depict various stages of their lifecycle and offer insight into their behavior and habitats. Witnessing a click beetle climbing on a plant stem or perched delicately upon a buttercup flower is like stepping into an enchanted world where nature thrives harmoniously. Even though some may consider them pests due to potato infestations caused by larvae, it is impossible not to appreciate their resilience and adaptability.