Blue Flea Beetle vs Brazilian Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Flea Beetle | Brazilian Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica lythri | Myrmeleon brasiliensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Flea Beetle
A small metallic blue-green flea beetle that feeds on willowherb and evening primrose. Has enlarged hind femora enabling it to jump considerable distances. Widespread but often overlooked.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size, it can jump over 100 times its own body length using its powerful hind legs.
Brazilian Antlion
A common South American antlion found in sandy cerrado and caatinga habitats. Its larval pit traps dot the sandy floors of sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
In the Brazilian cerrado, antlion pits are so abundant they have been used to estimate soil disturbance levels.