Ewingi Japygid vs Plusiocampa Cave Dipluran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ewingi Japygid | Plusiocampa Cave Dipluran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catajapyx ewing | Plusiocampa balsani |
| Order | Diplura | Diplura |
| Family | Japygidae | Campodeidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Caves |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | United States | France |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Ewingi Japygid
A predatory dipluran found in soils of the southeastern United States. It uses its forceps-like cerci to capture small soil invertebrates.
Did You Know?
It uses its pincer-like cerci to grab prey, much like an earwig.
Plusiocampa Cave Dipluran
A troglobitic dipluran found in caves of southern France. It has extremely elongated antennae and cerci adapted to total darkness.
Did You Know?
The genus Plusiocampa is the most diverse group of cave-dwelling diplurans worldwide.