Ewingi Japygid vs Turkish Cave Dipluran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ewingi Japygid | Turkish Cave Dipluran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catajapyx ewing | Plusiocampa aff. typhla |
| Order | Diplura | Diplura |
| Family | Japygidae | Campodeidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Caves |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | United States | Turkey |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Turkish Cave Dipluran
A cave-adapted dipluran from limestone caves in Turkey. It is part of a species complex found across the eastern Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
Cave diplurans in the Mediterranean region are important indicators of ancient geological connections.