Striped Turnip Flea Beetle vs Pink-Winged Flying Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Turnip Flea Beetle | Pink-Winged Flying Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllotreta undulata | Marmessoidea rosea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lonchodidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 7-10 cm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Striped Turnip Flea Beetle
A tiny flea beetle with sinuous yellow stripes that is a significant pest of brassica seedlings. Shothole damage to leaves is characteristic. One of several damaging Phyllotreta species.
Did You Know?
Emerging seedlings can be destroyed overnight by large numbers of these tiny beetles creating characteristic shot-holes.
Pink-Winged Flying Stick Insect
A slender winged stick insect with vivid pink hindwings used in flight. Males are strong fliers while females are heavier and fly less.
Did You Know?
Its bright pink wings are normally hidden and only revealed during flight or as a startle display.