Flea Beetle vs Rugose Carrion Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flea Beetle | Rugose Carrion Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica oleracea | Thanatophilus rugosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Silphidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, Northern Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flea Beetle
Tiny jumping beetles with enlarged hind femora for leaping. Named for their flea-like jumping ability. Many species are metallic blue, green, or bronze.
Did You Know?
Flea beetles can jump 100 times their body length in a single leap — they use an elastic protein pad in their hind legs that stores and releases energy like a catapult.
Rugose Carrion Beetle
A small, dark silphid with heavily textured, rugose wing cases. It frequents sun-exposed carrion in open landscapes.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs on carcasses already infested with fly larvae, and their own larvae then feed on the maggots.