Foxglove Pug vs Striped Turnip Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Foxglove Pug | Striped Turnip Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia pulchellata | Phyllotreta undulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 17-21 mm wingspan | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Foxglove Pug
A small moth whose larvae feed exclusively inside foxglove flowers. Well-camouflaged with subtle brown markings. Found wherever foxgloves grow.
Did You Know?
Larvae are perfectly camouflaged inside foxglove flowers, feeding on the developing seeds.
Striped Turnip Flea Beetle
A tiny flea beetle with sinuous yellow stripes that is a significant pest of brassica seedlings. Shothole damage to leaves is characteristic. One of several damaging Phyllotreta species.
Did You Know?
Emerging seedlings can be destroyed overnight by large numbers of these tiny beetles creating characteristic shot-holes.