Long-cerci Dipluran vs Isabella's Dipluran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-cerci Dipluran | Isabella's Dipluran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Litocampa henroti | Parajapyx isabellae |
| Order | Diplura | Diplura |
| Family | Campodeidae | Japygidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| 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.
Isabella's Dipluran
A soil-dwelling japygid dipluran found in temperate forests. It has small but functional forceps used for prey capture.
Did You Know?
It is among the smallest members of the Japygidae family.