Garden Springtail vs Elongate Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Springtail | Elongate Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bourletiella hortensis | Entomobrya nivalis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Bourletiellidae | Entomobryidae |
| Size | 1-1.5 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Garden Springtail
A globular springtail commonly found in gardens and agricultural fields. It has a distinctive dark body with yellow markings.
Did You Know?
It can occasionally damage seedlings by feeding on young plant tissue.
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.