Striped Flea Beetle vs Lappet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Flea Beetle | Lappet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllotreta striolata | Gastropacha quercifolia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 45-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Striped Flea Beetle
A tiny jumping beetle that riddles cruciferous crop leaves with small round holes. Adults overwinter in soil and leaf litter near fields.
Did You Know?
Flea beetles can jump up to 100 times their own body length when disturbed.
Lappet Moth
A moth that rests with wings layered to perfectly resemble a cluster of dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Its scalloped wing edges enhance the dead leaf disguise.