Long-cerci Dipluran vs Hawaiian Cave Spider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-cerci Dipluran | Hawaiian Cave Spider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Litocampa henroti | Adelocosa anops |
| Order | Diplura | Araneae |
| Family | Campodeidae | Lycosidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 15-20 mm body length |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | France, Spain | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Endangered |
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.
Hawaiian Cave Spider
A completely eyeless wolf spider found only in lava tube caves on Kauai. It is the first known blind wolf spider ever discovered.
Did You Know?
It navigates in total darkness using vibration-sensing hairs on its legs instead of eyes.