Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail vs Common Jumping Bristletail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail | Common Jumping Bristletail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pedetontus silvestrii | Petrobius maritimus |
| Order | Archaeognatha | Archaeognatha |
| Family | Machilidae | Machilidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail
A well-studied bristletail from Japan and eastern Asia. Recent molecular studies have revealed cryptic species within this lineage.
Did You Know?
Molecular studies have revealed it may actually be a complex of several cryptic species.
Common Jumping Bristletail
A coastal bristletail found on rocky shores throughout Europe. It has a distinctive arched body shape and large compound eyes.
Did You Know?
It can jump up to 30 centimeters by flexing its abdomen against the ground.