Ash Bark Weevil vs Hop Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ash Bark Weevil | Hop Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Magdalis armigera | Psylliodes attenuata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Gardens |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ash Bark Weevil
A small black weevil that breeds under the bark of ash trees. Larvae create winding galleries in the cambium. Has become more noticed with ash dieback disease.
Did You Know?
Often colonizes ash trees already weakened by ash dieback disease, accelerating their decline.
Hop Flea Beetle
A small bronze flea beetle that feeds on hops and hemp. Can cause economic damage to hop gardens. Adults create characteristic small round holes in leaves.
Did You Know?
Has been associated with cannabis cultivation since ancient times, with records dating back centuries.