Euphorbia Flea Beetle vs Rosemary Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Euphorbia Flea Beetle | Rosemary Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphthona euphorbiae | Chrysolina americana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 5-8mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Euphorbia Flea Beetle
A tiny bronze flea beetle that feeds on spurge plants. Used as a highly effective biological control agent for leafy spurge in North America. Larvae feed on spurge roots.
Did You Know?
Released in North America, it became one of the most successful biocontrol programs for the invasive leafy spurge.
Rosemary Beetle
A small oval beetle with metallic green and purple stripes on its elytra. Despite its name, it originates from southern Europe.
Did You Know?
Its scientific name americana was given in error as the species is native to southern Europe and North Africa.