Washerwoman Christmas Beetle vs Turnip Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Washerwoman Christmas Beetle | Turnip Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplognathus porosus | Phyllotreta nemorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 20-28 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Washerwoman Christmas Beetle
A large tan to brown Christmas beetle with a rough, pitted elytra surface. It is one of the most widespread species in the genus.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the washboard-like texture on its wing covers.
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.