Alpine Cave Springtail vs Elongate Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Cave Springtail | Elongate Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onychiuroides alpinus | Entomobrya nivalis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Onychiuridae | Entomobryidae |
| Size | 0.8-1.2 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Italy | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Alpine Cave Springtail
A recently described blind springtail from caves in the Italian Alps. It lacks eyes, pigment, and a jumping furca.
Did You Know?
It survives in caves where temperatures remain just a few degrees above freezing.
Elongate Springtail
A slender, colorful springtail with variable banding patterns found on tree bark. It is one of the most common European entomobryid springtails.
Did You Know?
Despite its species name meaning snowy, this springtail is most commonly found on sun-warmed tree bark rather than snow.