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Beetles of Zihuatanejo

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Pale-striped Flea Beetle

Systena blanda

The Pale-striped Flea Beetle (Systena blanda) is a small, agile beetle belonging to the family Chrysomelidae, commonly known as leaf beetles. These beetles are recognized for their ability to jump significant distances relative to their size, similar to fleas, which gives them their common name. Larvae: Feed on roots of host plants, which can include various crops.

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