Rabbit Flea vs Emerald Fruit Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rabbit Flea | Emerald Fruit Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spilopsyllus cuniculi | Dicronorrhina derbyana |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Rabbit Flea
A flea specific to European rabbits with a remarkable reproductive strategy tied to its host. It can transmit myxomatosis between rabbits.
Did You Know?
Rabbit flea reproduction is controlled by rabbit hormones — the flea can only breed when feeding on a pregnant doe near the time of birth.
Emerald Fruit Chafer
A large and spectacular flower beetle from East Africa with vivid green elytra. It is popular among collectors for its striking metallic coloration.
Did You Know?
Males have a distinctive Y-shaped horn on the head used in territorial disputes.