Shining Flea Beetle vs Oregon Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Shining Flea Beetle | Oregon Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Asphaera lustrans | Cicindela oregona |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central and South America | Western North America from Alaska to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Shining Flea Beetle
A relatively large, metallic blue-green flea beetle with reddish-orange femora. It is one of the larger and more colorful alticines found in the Neotropics.
Did You Know?
Despite its relatively large size, it retains the powerful jumping ability characteristic of flea beetles, launching itself several centimeters when disturbed.
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.