Turnip Flea Beetle vs Emerald Fruit Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turnip Flea Beetle | Emerald Fruit Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllotreta nemorum | Dicronorrhina derbyana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Turnip Flea Beetle
A small, shiny black beetle with a broad yellow longitudinal stripe on each elytron. It is a significant pest of turnips, swedes, and oilseed rape in Europe.
Did You Know?
Spring populations can reach such high densities that entire fields of brassica seedlings can be destroyed within days of germination.
Emerald Fruit Chafer
A large and spectacular flower beetle from East Africa with vivid green elytra. It is popular among collectors for its striking metallic coloration.
Did You Know?
Males have a distinctive Y-shaped horn on the head used in territorial disputes.