Ragwort Flea Beetle vs Green Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ragwort Flea Beetle | Green Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Longitarsus jacobaeae | Cicindela campestris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ragwort Flea Beetle
A small black flea beetle that feeds on ragwort plants. Successfully used as a biological control agent for invasive ragwort in Australia and New Zealand. Larvae mine in roots.
Did You Know?
One of the most successful biological control agents ever used, dramatically reducing ragwort in multiple countries.
Green Tiger Beetle
A fast-running, metallic green beetle with cream-colored spots. It is a fierce predator that chases down prey on bare ground.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast that it temporarily goes blind and must stop to re-locate its prey.