Tobacco Flea Beetle vs Binodis Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tobacco Flea Beetle | Binodis Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epitrix hirtipennis | Onthophagus binodis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Southern Africa, introduced to Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Tobacco Flea Beetle
A tiny brownish beetle that creates small round holes in tobacco and other solanaceous crop leaves. Larval feeding on roots further weakens plants.
Did You Know?
Its feeding holes reduce the quality and market value of tobacco wrapper leaves used for cigars.
Binodis Dung Beetle
A small, brown-black tunneling dung beetle with two small nodules on the male head. It was introduced to Australia from southern Africa. It is well adapted to Mediterranean climates with seasonal activity.
Did You Know?
It is most active during the cooler autumn and spring months, complementing summer-active introduced species.