Isotoma Springtail vs Krubera Cave Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Isotoma Springtail | Krubera Cave Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isotoma viridis | Plutomurus ortobalaganensis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Isotomidae | Tomoceridae |
| Size | 2.0-4.0 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Caves |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Georgia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
Isotoma Springtail
A greenish elongate springtail common in grasslands and gardens throughout Europe. It is active year-round even in cold weather.
Did You Know?
This springtail remains active at temperatures near freezing and can be found hopping on soil surfaces in winter.
Krubera Cave Springtail
The deepest-dwelling terrestrial animal ever recorded, found at 1,980 meters underground in Krubera Cave. It is completely eyeless and unpigmented.
Did You Know?
It holds the record as the deepest-dwelling land animal on Earth at nearly 2 km underground.