Nettle-tap Flea Beetle vs Neotropical Tiger Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle-tap Flea Beetle | Neotropical Tiger Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Longitarsus nasturtii | Megacyllene acuta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 12-22 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia |
| 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.
Neotropical Tiger Longhorn
A wasp-mimicking cerambycid from South America with bold yellow chevron markings on a black body. It breeds in dead branches of leguminous trees. Adults are diurnal flower visitors with quick, jerky movements.
Did You Know?
The yellow-and-black banding closely mimics aggressive neotropical wasps, providing effective protection from predators.