Diamondback Eumolpid vs Specious Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Diamondback Eumolpid | Specious Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colaspis brunnea | Oreina speciosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Alps, Pyrenees |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Diamondback Eumolpid
A small, oblong beetle with a pale brown to yellowish body and rows of punctures on the elytra. Larvae are known as grape colaspis and damage roots of various crops.
Did You Know?
Larvae are most damaging to corn and soybean planted after clover, as populations build up in clover root zones before crop rotation.
Specious Leaf Beetle
A metallic green or coppery leaf beetle of mountain pastures. It feeds on various alpine composites and is common in the Alps.
Did You Know?
Females are ovoviviparous, giving birth to live larvae rather than laying eggs.