Community identification
Flea beetle
Likely a flea beetle (tribe Alticini); species cannot be determined from the photo
- Order & Family
- Coleoptera, Chrysomelidae
- Size
- Usually about 1.5–4 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Found on plants in gardens, fields, and other vegetated areas; adults may also wander indoors.
Diet & Feeding
Adults chew small holes in leaves; larvae typically feed on plant roots or foliage.
Behavior Patterns
Small, dark, often shiny beetles that jump when disturbed using enlarged hind legs. The round pale object nearby is not clearly identifiable from the image.
Risks & Benefits
Some species damage crops and garden plants, especially as seedlings; they pose no direct danger to people or pets.