Blind Cave Campodea vs European Japygid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blind Cave Campodea | European Japygid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campodea maestrazgoensis | Japyx solifugus |
| Order | Diplura | Diplura |
| Family | Campodeidae | Japygidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Spain | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Blind Cave Campodea
A cave-dwelling dipluran from the Maestrazgo region of eastern Spain. It shows typical troglomorphic features including elongated appendages.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to a very small number of caves in the Iberian Peninsula.
European Japygid
The type species of the family Japygidae, found in soils across southern Europe. It is one of the largest diplurans in Europe.
Did You Know?
It can deliver a noticeable pinch with its forceps if handled carelessly.