Oriental Demoiselle vs Alpine Cave Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Demoiselle | Alpine Cave Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx cornelia | Onychiuroides alpinus |
| Order | Odonata | Collembola |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Onychiuridae |
| Size | 50-58 mm | 0.8-1.2 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Italy |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Oriental Demoiselle
A Japanese demoiselle with shimmering blue-black wings and a metallic green body. It is endemic to Japan's clean mountain streams.
Did You Know?
It is endemic to Japan and is considered an indicator species for clean mountain water quality.
Alpine Cave Springtail
A recently described blind springtail from caves in the Italian Alps. It lacks eyes, pigment, and a jumping furca.
Did You Know?
It survives in caves where temperatures remain just a few degrees above freezing.