Alpine Cave Springtail vs Velvet Tree Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Cave Springtail | Velvet Tree Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onychiuroides alpinus | Liometopum occidentale |
| Order | Collembola | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Onychiuridae | Formicidae |
| Size | 0.8-1.2 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Italy | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
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.
Velvet Tree Ant
A large ant that nests in oak trees and produces a distinctive trail pheromone odor.
Did You Know?
Columns of these ants march in conspicuous trails up and down tree trunks.