Diabrotica litterata

Diabrotica litterata, commonly known as the Milkvine Diabrotica, is a leaf beetle species in the family Chrysomelidae. It belongs to the genus Diabrotica, which includes numerous agricultural pest species such as cucumber beetles and corn rootworms. Unlike its economically significant relatives, D. litterata has received limited scientific documentation. The species epithet "litterata" (meaning "lettered" or "inscribed") likely refers to patterned markings on the elytra. As a member of this genus, it shares the general body plan of small to medium-sized leaf beetles with enlarged hind femora adapted for jumping.