Hop Flea Beetle vs Hubricht's Cave Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hop Flea Beetle | Hubricht's Cave Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psylliodes attenuata | Pseudanophthalmus hubrichti |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Caves |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Hop Flea Beetle
A small bronze flea beetle that feeds on hops and hemp. Can cause economic damage to hop gardens. Adults create characteristic small round holes in leaves.
Did You Know?
Has been associated with cannabis cultivation since ancient times, with records dating back centuries.
Hubricht's Cave Beetle
A small eyeless cave beetle endemic to caves in West Virginia. It belongs to the most species-rich genus of cave beetles in North America.
Did You Know?
The genus Pseudanophthalmus contains over 150 described species, all restricted to caves.