Mountain Leaf Beetle vs Turnip Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Leaf Beetle | Turnip Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oreina cacaliae | Phyllotreta nemorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Central Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Leaf Beetle
A brightly colored leaf beetle found on alpine plants like Adenostyles. Its metallic blue-green body warns predators of its chemical defenses.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it secretes toxic droplets from specialized glands on its body.
Turnip Flea Beetle
A small, shiny black beetle with a broad yellow longitudinal stripe on each elytron. It is a significant pest of turnips, swedes, and oilseed rape in Europe.
Did You Know?
Spring populations can reach such high densities that entire fields of brassica seedlings can be destroyed within days of germination.