flea beetle
noun
: any of a subfamily (Alticinae, especially genera Alticia and Epitrix) of small chrysomelid beetles with legs adapted for leaping that feed on foliage and include some that are agricultural pests
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Plant susceptible vegetables as late as possible when soil and air are warmer, encouraging more vigorous growth better able to tolerate the flea beetle damage.
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Melinda Myers, Journal Sentinel, 14 June 2024
This plant's biggest pest, the dichondra flea beetle, has been a problem in western states.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Bonide sells several products that are effective against flea beetles.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Grape flea beetles Small black beetles with enlarged hind legs for jumping.
—The Arizona Republic, 14 Feb. 2024
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Melinda Myers, Journal Sentinel, 14 June 2024
This plant's biggest pest, the dichondra flea beetle, has been a problem in western states.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Bonide sells several products that are effective against flea beetles.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Grape flea beetles Small black beetles with enlarged hind legs for jumping.
—The Arizona Republic, 14 Feb. 2024
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