Hop Flea Beetle vs Green June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hop Flea Beetle | Green June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psylliodes attenuata | Cotinis nitida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Green June Beetle
A large velvety green beetle with bronze margins that buzzes loudly in flight. It feeds on ripe fruit and is attracted to fermentation.
Did You Know?
Adults are clumsy fliers that regularly crash into people, windows and walls due to their buzzing low-altitude flight.