Krubera Cave Springtail vs Amazonian Fungus-Growing Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Krubera Cave Springtail | Amazonian Fungus-Growing Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plutomurus ortobalaganensis | Atta laevigata |
| Order | Collembola | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tomoceridae | Formicidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 2-15 mm (caste dependent) |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Georgia | Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Guyana |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
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.
Amazonian Fungus-Growing Ant
One of the largest leaf-cutter ant species with smooth, shiny-headed major workers. Its subterranean colonies can span 30 meters and house millions of workers.
Did You Know?
A single mature colony excavates over 40 tons of soil, creating underground chambers that improve soil aeration and drainage.