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Cabbage-stem flea beetle
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Cabbage-stem flea beetle
Psylliodes chrysocephala
The cabbage-stem flea beetle is a tiny bug that loves to munch on cabbage and other plants. With its shiny body and jumping legs, it can hop away quickly when it feels scared!
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The Cabbage-stem flea beetle is a small, oval beetle with a shiny, metallic dark blue or greenish-blue exoskeleton. It has noticeably swollen hind legs, distinguishing it as a jumping beetle, and relatively short antennae.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyChrysomelidaeGenusPsylliodes
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Farmers have used special sticky traps to count how many of these beetles are around!
Their larvae live secret lives inside plant stems and roots, unseen by most!
These tiny beetles can create hundreds of pin-sized holes in plant leaves!
They sometimes play dead, dropping to the ground perfectly still to fool predators!
Special abilities
Ability
Spring-Loaded Jump
Cabbage-stem flea beetle can launch itself into the air using enlarged hind legs that help them escape quickly.
Ability
Metallic Camouflage
Cabbage-stem flea beetle has a shiny, dark blue-green exoskeleton that helps them blend into foliage and deter predators.
Ability
Hardy Larvae
Cabbage-stem flea beetle larvae can burrow into plant stems, which helps them feed and stay protected.
Measurements & details
- Size
- 3-4.5 mm
- Lifespan
- 60-90 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
These tiny plant-eaters love to munch on the leaves and stems of cabbage and related plants.
Age differences: Larvae tunnel within plant stems and roots, while adults chew holes in leaves.
Primary Foods
- Cabbage
- Oilseed Rape
- Broccoli
- Turnip
- Radish
- Kale
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Cabbage
Brassica oleracea
Adults and larvae feed on the leaves and stems of this plant.
eaten by
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Great Tit
Parus major
Insectivorous birds, like great tits, feed on these beetles.
parasitizes
Braconid Wasp
Diospilus morosus
This wasp lays its eggs inside the beetle's larvae.
eaten by
Garden Cross Spider
Araneus diadematus
Spiders capture Cabbage-stem flea beetles in their webs.
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
It's best to look at beetles without touching them to keep both you and the beetle safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Cabbage-stem flea beetle?
3-4.5 mm
How long does Cabbage-stem flea beetle live?
60-90 days
What does Cabbage-stem flea beetle eat?
These tiny plant-eaters love to munch on the leaves and stems of cabbage and related plants.
Where is Cabbage-stem flea beetle usually found?
Gardens
How does Cabbage-stem flea beetle hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Cabbage-stem flea beetle have?
6
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