White-letter Hairstreak vs Turnip Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-letter Hairstreak | Turnip Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Satyrium w-album | Phyllotreta nemorum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-30mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
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.