Seashore Springtail vs Giant Cave Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seashore Springtail | Giant Cave Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anurida maritima | Tomocerus minor |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Neanuridae | Tomoceridae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 3-4.5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seashore Springtail
A dark blue-black springtail found in dense clusters on rocky seashores at low tide. It survives tidal submersion by trapping air in its body hairs.
Did You Know?
It can survive being submerged by the tide for hours by breathing trapped air bubbles.
Giant Cave Springtail
One of the larger springtails in Europe, often found in caves and damp cellars. It has a distinctive metallic sheen on its body.
Did You Know?
It can jump up to 100 times its body length using its spring-loaded furca.