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Flea Beetles on Vegetables

Bonnie Bunn, Diane Alston and, Marion Murray (April, 2015)

Summary

Flea beetles are common and problematic in Utah. They are present in late spring and early summer on many vegetable crops and ornamental plants. Adult flea beetles are small, shiny insects that have enlarged hind legs, allowing them to jump great distances when disturbed. They are strong fliers, moving into crops from neighboring fields and weedy borders.