Fox Moth vs Striped Turnip Flea Beetle

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Fox Moth Striped Turnip Flea Beetle
Scientific Name Macrothylacia rubi Phyllotreta undulata
Order Lepidoptera Coleoptera
Family Lasiocampidae Chrysomelidae
Size Wingspan 50-65mm 1.5-2.5 mm
Habitat Beaches & Coastal Farmland
Diet Herbivores Herbivores
Regions Europe Europe
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Fox Moth

A richly colored russet-brown moth. The large hairy black caterpillar is commonly seen crossing paths in autumn.

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Did You Know?

The large dark caterpillar is one of the most commonly seen caterpillars in autumn as it searches for a hibernation site.

Striped Turnip Flea Beetle

A tiny flea beetle with sinuous yellow stripes that is a significant pest of brassica seedlings. Shothole damage to leaves is characteristic. One of several damaging Phyllotreta species.

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Did You Know?

Emerging seedlings can be destroyed overnight by large numbers of these tiny beetles creating characteristic shot-holes.