Rock Bristletail vs Mountain Bristletail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rock Bristletail | Mountain Bristletail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Petrobius brevistylis | Trigoniophthalmus alternatus |
| Order | Archaeognatha | Archaeognatha |
| Family | Machilidae | Machilidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Central Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rock Bristletail
A coastal bristletail found on rocky shores from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean. It has shorter cerci than the related P. maritimus.
Did You Know?
It can tolerate brief immersion in seawater during high tides.
Mountain Bristletail
A large bristletail found in forests and rocky habitats across central Europe. It has distinctive triangular compound eyes that meet on top of its head.
Did You Know?
Its genus name refers to its triangular eyes, a key identifying feature.