Alabama Cave Silverfish vs Hawaiian Cave Spider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alabama Cave Silverfish | Hawaiian Cave Spider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Speleonycta sp. nov. Alabama | Adelocosa anops |
| Order | Zygentoma | Araneae |
| Family | Nicoletiidae | Lycosidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 15-20 mm body length |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Endangered |
Alabama Cave Silverfish
A recently described cave silverfish from northern Alabama caves. It is completely blind and unpigmented, representing a new genus.
Did You Know?
It was described in 2024, showing that new cave species are still being found in well-explored regions.
Hawaiian Cave Spider
A completely eyeless wolf spider found only in lava tube caves on Kauai. It is the first known blind wolf spider ever discovered.
Did You Know?
It navigates in total darkness using vibration-sensing hairs on its legs instead of eyes.