Tansy Beetle vs Striped Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tansy Beetle | Striped Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina graminis | Phyllotreta striolata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 7-11mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Not Evaluated |
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.
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.