Arctic Tiger Moth vs Bronze Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Tiger Moth | Bronze Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grammia quenseli | Altica ambiens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 34-44 mm wingspan | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Arctic Russia, Alaska, northern Canada, alpine Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Arctic Tiger Moth
A striking moth with black and cream striped forewings and orange-red hindwings with black spots. The hairy caterpillar is black with reddish bands. Adults are active during the brief Arctic and alpine summer.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's dark coloration allows it to bask in the sun and raise its body temperature well above the ambient Arctic air temperature.
Bronze Flea Beetle
A metallic bronze to greenish flea beetle with prominent hind leg development. It feeds on alder leaves in wetland habitats across North America.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause nearly complete defoliation of alder shrubs, which then produce a second flush of leaves later in the season.