Brazilian Cave Springtail vs Mexican Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Cave Springtail | Mexican Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trogolaphysa aelleni | Vella americana |
| Order | Collembola | Neuroptera |
| Family | Paronellidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 65-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Brazil | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Brazilian Cave Springtail
A troglomorphic springtail from caves in the Brazilian semiarid region. It has elongated appendages and reduced pigmentation.
Did You Know?
Many Brazilian cave springtails are known from a single cave system each.
Mexican Antlion
A robust antlion found across the southern United States and Mexico. Recognized by its large size and boldly marked forewings.
Did You Know?
Adults are surprisingly strong fliers for antlions and actively hunt small moths at dusk.