Archangel Longitarsus vs Iberian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Archangel Longitarsus | Iberian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Longitarsus ganglbaueri | Harraphidia laufferi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central and Western Europe | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Archangel Longitarsus
A minute flea beetle associated with yellow archangel in European woodlands. Larvae mine in the roots of labiates. Very easily overlooked due to its tiny size.
Did You Know?
Despite being barely visible to the naked eye, these tiny beetles can jump over 50 times their own body length.
Iberian Snakefly
A snakefly endemic to the Iberian Peninsula, found in cork oak and pine woodlands. It is one of several snakefly species restricted to the western Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
The Iberian Peninsula is a hotspot for snakefly diversity, hosting more species per area than almost anywhere else.