Long-cerci Dipluran vs Giant Japygid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-cerci Dipluran | Giant Japygid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Litocampa henroti | Metajapyx subterraneus |
| Order | Diplura | Diplura |
| Family | Campodeidae | Japygidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 10-20 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | France, Spain | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Long-cerci Dipluran
A troglophilic dipluran known from caves in western Europe. It has remarkably long cerci used for detecting vibrations in cave environments.
Did You Know?
Its cerci can be nearly as long as the rest of its body.
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.