Marsh Springtail vs Fleshfly (Dux)
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Marsh Springtail | Fleshfly (Dux) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isotomurus palustris | Sarcophaga dux |
| Order | Collembola | Diptera |
| Family | Isotomidae | Sarcophagidae |
| Size | 2.0-4.0 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | Tropical Asia, Pacific Islands, Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Marsh Springtail
A colorful elongate springtail found near ponds, streams, and marshy areas. Its color varies from green to orange depending on the population.
Did You Know?
This springtail is sometimes found in huge numbers on water surfaces, forming colorful floating mats near pond edges.
Fleshfly (Dux)
A large gray flesh fly common across tropical Asia and the Pacific that is an important cause of wound myiasis and secondary myiasis of the ear and nose. Females deposit live larvae directly into wounds and body cavities. It is frequently associated with unsanitary conditions in tropical urban areas.
Did You Know?
Cases of aural myiasis caused by this fly, where larvae infest the ear canal, are regularly reported in tropical Asian hospitals.