Blue Flea Beetle vs Large Poplar Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Flea Beetle | Large Poplar Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica lythri | Saperda carcharias |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Russia, Siberia, China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Flea Beetle
A small metallic blue-green flea beetle that feeds on willowherb and evening primrose. Has enlarged hind femora enabling it to jump considerable distances. Widespread but often overlooked.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size, it can jump over 100 times its own body length using its powerful hind legs.
Large Poplar Longhorn
A large grey-yellow lamiin covered in dense ochre pubescence, found across Eurasia in poplar-dominated habitats. It is a significant pest of poplar plantations, with larvae boring into the lower trunk. Adults are nocturnal.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations at the base of poplar trunks can cause them to snap in windstorms.