Water Spinach Flea Beetle vs Broad Bean Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Water Spinach Flea Beetle | Broad Bean Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chaetocnema basalis | Bruchus rufimanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands | Europe, Mediterranean, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Water Spinach Flea Beetle
A tiny, shiny dark bronze to black flea beetle that is a significant pest of rice seedlings and water spinach across tropical Asia. Its shot-hole feeding weakens young plants.
Did You Know?
Despite its minute size, this beetle can cause devastating damage to rice nurseries when it attacks seedlings at the one-leaf stage.
Broad Bean Weevil
A compact, dark beetle with grayish pubescence and reddish-brown antennae bases. It is a significant pest of faba beans across Europe and the Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
Adults emerge from stored seeds through a perfectly circular exit hole, leaving distinctive windows in the seed coat.