Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle vs Golden Target Tortoise Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle | Golden Target Tortoise Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lema trivittata | Aspidomorpha miliaris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western North America | South and Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle
A small, elongated beetle with an orange-yellow body and three dark longitudinal stripes on the elytra. It feeds on tomatillo and ground cherry in the western United States.
Did You Know?
Like other Lema species, the larvae cover themselves in their own frass, which may serve both as camouflage and as a deterrent to parasitoids.
Golden Target Tortoise Beetle
A beautiful golden tortoise beetle with concentric dark markings on the elytra resembling a target or bullseye pattern. The expanded margins are translucent and amber-colored.
Did You Know?
Larvae carry a 'fecal fork' or 'caudal process' - a structure on their tail end that holds cast skins and excrement as a parasol-like shield.