Phyllotreta aeneicollis

(Crotch, 1873)

Bronzy Brassica Flea Beetle

Phyllotreta aeneicollis is a flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae, commonly known as the Bronzy Brassica Flea Beetle. It is distributed across North America. Like other members of the Phyllotreta, it is associated with brassicaceous plants.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phyllotreta aeneicollis: /ˌfɪloʊˈtriːtə eɪˌniːˈkoʊlɪs/

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Distribution

North America. GBIF records confirm presence in this region.

Host Associations

  • Brassicaceae - feeds onInferred from -level association; Phyllotreta are brassica

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Taxonomic Note

The specific epithet 'aeneicollis' refers to the bronze-colored (aeneous) pronotum or collar region. First described by George Robert Crotch in 1873.

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