Meadow Brown vs Striped Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Brown | Striped Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Maniola jurtina | Phyllotreta striolata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 40-55mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Meadow Brown
The most abundant butterfly in Britain, a brown species with a single eyespot on each forewing.
Did You Know?
So common it is often overlooked but plays a crucial role as a pollinator of wildflowers in grasslands.
Striped Flea Beetle
A tiny jumping beetle that riddles cruciferous crop leaves with small round holes. Adults overwinter in soil and leaf litter near fields.
Did You Know?
Flea beetles can jump up to 100 times their own body length when disturbed.