Crucifer Flea Beetle vs Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crucifer Flea Beetle | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllotreta cruciferae | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Brentidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Crucifer Flea Beetle
A shiny black jumping beetle that causes shothole damage on canola and mustard seedlings. It is one of the most serious pests of prairie canola crops.
Did You Know?
Canola seed treatments with neonicotinoids were developed primarily to combat this beetle.
Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
New Zealand's longest beetle, with males reaching over 80 mm in length due to their enormously elongated rostrum (snout). It is found in native forests where larvae develop in dead wood. Males use their long snouts in combat with other males.
Did You Know?
The male's rostrum can be longer than the rest of its body, making it the longest beetle in New Zealand by total length despite its slender build.