Canary Islands Cave Silverfish vs Tropical Silverfish
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canary Islands Cave Silverfish | Tropical Silverfish |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coletinia majorensis | Nicoletia phytophila |
| Order | Zygentoma | Zygentoma |
| Family | Nicoletiidae | Nicoletiidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Spain | Central America, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Canary Islands Cave Silverfish
A cave-adapted silverfish from Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. It lives in lava tubes and volcanic caves.
Did You Know?
Males of this species have distinctive asymmetric antennae.
Tropical Silverfish
A soil-dwelling silverfish found in tropical regions and occasionally in caves. It has a slender white body with very long cerci.
Did You Know?
It has been recorded from caves in Belize despite being primarily a soil species.