Elongate Springtail vs Brazilian Cave Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elongate Springtail | Brazilian Cave Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Entomobrya nivalis | Trogolaphysa aelleni |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Entomobryidae | Paronellidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Brazil |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
Elongate Springtail
A slender, colorful springtail with variable banding patterns found on tree bark. It is one of the most common European entomobryid springtails.
Did You Know?
Despite its species name meaning snowy, this springtail is most commonly found on sun-warmed tree bark rather than snow.
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.