Lucifugous Springtail vs Elongate Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lucifugous Springtail | Elongate Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalothorax minimus | Entomobrya nivalis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Neelidae | Entomobryidae |
| Size | 0.3-0.5 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Lucifugous Springtail
One of the smallest known hexapods, found in deep soil and cave environments. It is nearly transparent and extremely difficult to observe.
Did You Know?
At about 0.3 mm, it is among the tiniest hexapods on Earth.
Elongate Springtail
A slender, colorful springtail with variable banding patterns found on tree bark. It is one of the most common European entomobryid springtails.
Did You Know?
Despite its species name meaning snowy, this springtail is most commonly found on sun-warmed tree bark rather than snow.