Geinitzia (insect)

Geinitzia is a genus of extinct beetles belonging to the family Elateridae, commonly known as click beetles. These beetles are known only from fossil remains found in amber deposits. Geinitzia species represent an ancient lineage of click beetles, providing insights into the evolutionary history of this diverse insect group. The genus is characterized by specific morphological features observed in the preserved exoskeletons, allowing for their taxonomic classification within the Elateridae family. Fossil Geinitzia specimens contribute to our understanding of the paleodiversity and paleoecology of ancient forest ecosystems where amber formation occurred.