Elateridae, commonly known as click beetles, are a family of insects belonging to the order Coleoptera. They are characterized by their ability to produce a clicking sound by snapping their thoracic segments together, which helps them to right themselves when they are flipped over. Click beetles have elongated bodies, ranging in size from 5 to 40 millimeters, and are typically brown or black in color. They are found worldwide and are known for their diverse feeding habits, including both plant material and other insects.