Giant Japygid vs Kentucky Cave Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Japygid | Kentucky Cave Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metajapyx subterraneus | Ceuthophilus stygius |
| Order | Diplura | Orthoptera |
| Family | Japygidae | Rhaphidophoridae |
| Size | 10-20 mm | 13-25 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Japygid
One of the larger diplurans, found in deep soil and caves in southern Europe. It is a voracious predator of other soil invertebrates.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few diplurans large enough to be visible to the naked eye without magnification.
Kentucky Cave Cricket
A large cave cricket found throughout the cave systems of Kentucky and surrounding states. It has extremely long antennae and powerful jumping legs.
Did You Know?
It leaves caves at night to forage and brings nutrients back into the cave ecosystem.