Striped Flea Beetle vs Sycamore Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Flea Beetle | Sycamore Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllotreta striolata | Acronicta aceris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | Wingspan 35-45mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| 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.
Sycamore Moth
A plain grey moth whose caterpillar is spectacular with white tufts and bright orange and yellow hair patches.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar is one of the most colorful in Europe with dense white hairs and bright orange-yellow tufts.