Leaf Beetle Eggs (potentially Colorado Potato Beetle)
Scientific Name: Leptinotarsa decemlineata
Order & Family: Coleoptera, Chrysomelidae
Size: Each egg is approximately 1 to 2 mm in length.
Natural Habitat
Gardens, agricultural fields, and meadows, often on the undersides or surfaces of leaves of host plants.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae and adults are herbivorous, feeding primarily on the foliage of Solanaceous plants such as potatoes, tomatoes, and nightshades.
Behavior Patterns
Eggs are laid in clusters. Once hatched, larvae are highly gregarious and can quickly defoliate host plants. They undergo several molts before pupating in the soil.
Risks & Benefits
Significant agricultural pests that can cause heavy damage to vegetable crops. They provide no significant direct benefit to humans and can be difficult to control due to insecticide resistance.
Identified on: 5/1/2026