Bug Identifier
Flea beetle (likely)
Community identification

Flea beetle (likely)

Alticini (genus/species indeterminate)

Order & Family
Coleoptera, Chrysomelidae
Size
Usually 1.5–4 mm long; this specimen appears only a few millimeters in length.
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Natural Habitat

Vegetation, leaf litter, gardens, and agricultural fields; adults often occur on plant foliage. The photograph is insufficient for species-level identification.

Diet & Feeding

Adults chew small holes in leaves, especially brassicas and other herbaceous plants; larvae typically feed on roots or underground plant tissues.

Behavior Patterns

Small, shiny beetles that jump strongly when disturbed using enlarged hind legs. Adults are most active in warm conditions; eggs and larvae develop in soil near host plants.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to people and pets and do not bite. Some species are agricultural pests, while others contribute to food webs and may help regulate weeds.