Knotweed Leaf Beetle

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Coleoptera (Kın kanatlılar)

Family

Chrysomelidae

Genus

Gastrophysa

Species

Gastrophysa polygoni (Knotweed Leaf Beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Zweifarbiger Blattkäfer

Similar Species in Gastrophysa

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Green Dock Beetle

Gastrophysa viridula

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Knotweed Leaf Beetle?

The scientific name of Knotweed Leaf Beetle is Gastrophysa polygoni. It belongs to the genus Gastrophysa.

What is the conservation status of Knotweed Leaf Beetle?

Knotweed Leaf Beetle (Gastrophysa polygoni) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Knotweed Leaf Beetle live?

Knotweed Leaf Beetle is found in Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Knotweed Leaf Beetle belong to?

Knotweed Leaf Beetle (Gastrophysa polygoni) belongs to the genus Gastrophysa, which is part of the taxonomic family Chrysomelidae.

Is Knotweed Leaf Beetle endangered?

No, Knotweed Leaf Beetle (Gastrophysa polygoni) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Knotweed Leaf Beetle belong to?

Knotweed Leaf Beetle (Gastrophysa polygoni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Knotweed Leaf Beetle?

The closest relatives of Knotweed Leaf Beetle in the genus Gastrophysa include Green Dock Beetle.