Common Jumping Bristletail vs Banks' Jumping Bristletail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Jumping Bristletail | Banks' Jumping Bristletail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Petrobius maritimus | Machiloides banksi |
| Order | Archaeognatha | Archaeognatha |
| Family | Machilidae | Machilidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | United States, Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Jumping Bristletail
A coastal bristletail found on rocky shores throughout Europe. It has a distinctive arched body shape and large compound eyes.
Did You Know?
It can jump up to 30 centimeters by flexing its abdomen against the ground.
Banks' Jumping Bristletail
A North American bristletail found in leaf litter and under stones. It has a cylindrical body covered in tiny scales.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few Archaeognatha species found in North America.