Bronze Flea Beetle vs Striped Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bronze Flea Beetle | Striped Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica ambiens | Paragymnopleurus striatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Striped Dung Beetle
A small to medium roller dung beetle with faint longitudinal striations on the elytra. It is black with a slightly convex profile and very active in daylight. Commonly found at fresh cattle dung across its range.
Did You Know?
This species can arrive at a fresh dung pat within seconds of it being deposited.