Dicyrtomina Springtail vs Brazilian Cave Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dicyrtomina Springtail | Brazilian Cave Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicyrtomina minuta | Trogolaphysa aelleni |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Dicyrtomidae | Paronellidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
Dicyrtomina Springtail
A beautifully patterned globular springtail found in leaf litter across Europe. It has a marbled brown and yellow appearance.
Did You Know?
Under magnification, this springtail reveals intricate mosaic patterns that make it one of the most beautiful soil animals.
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.