Blue Flea Beetle vs Cuban Burrowing Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Flea Beetle | Cuban Burrowing Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica lythri | Byrsotria fumigata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Cuba, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Cuban Burrowing Cockroach
A stocky burrowing cockroach native to Cuba. It spends most of its life underground in tropical soils.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it emits a strong musty odor from defensive glands as a deterrent to predators.