Nettle-tap Flea Beetle vs Bizarre Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle-tap Flea Beetle | Bizarre Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Longitarsus nasturtii | Lepidostoma togatum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nettle-tap Flea Beetle
A tiny yellowish-brown flea beetle found on watercress and other crucifers in damp habitats. Larvae mine in plant roots. Can be a minor pest of commercial watercress.
Did You Know?
Commercially grown watercress can be damaged by this beetle, which is nearly invisible to the naked eye.
Bizarre Caddisfly
A North American case-building caddisfly with square-sectioned cases made of leaf bits. Adults have a distinctive hairy appearance around the head.
Did You Know?
Male adults have bizarre modified maxillary palps that give the family its common name.