A worldwide community photographing and learning about wildlife
Project Noah Nature School
Altica oleracea
Altica oleracea is a species of leaf beetles belonging to the family Chrysomelidae, subfamily Galerucinae. It is found in most Europe. Larvae and adults of Altica oleracea are phytophagous, feeding on various plants, especially Onagraceae and Rosaceae species. Very dark blue to black beetle, without it's antenna about 2 mm.
Lush green, close to water.
Spotted on Jul 19, 2011
Submitted on Aug 30, 2011
No Comments