Common Yellow Ichneumon vs Turnip Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Yellow Ichneumon | Turnip Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ichneumon stramentor | Phyllotreta nemorum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 12-17 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Central Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Yellow Ichneumon
A bright yellow and black ichneumon wasp found across central Europe. It parasitizes pupae of cutworm and dart moths in agricultural areas.
Did You Know?
Populations of this species tend to increase following outbreaks of cutworm moths, acting as a natural biological control.
Turnip Flea Beetle
A small, shiny black beetle with a broad yellow longitudinal stripe on each elytron. It is a significant pest of turnips, swedes, and oilseed rape in Europe.
Did You Know?
Spring populations can reach such high densities that entire fields of brassica seedlings can be destroyed within days of germination.