Blue Flea Beetle vs Velvet Shore Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Flea Beetle | Velvet Shore Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Altica lythri | Heterothops praevius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Velvet Shore Rove Beetle
A small, dark rove beetle found in leaf litter and decaying organic matter in European forests. It is a swift predator of mites and springtails.
Did You Know?
Despite its small size it is one of the most abundant predatory beetles in European forest soils.