Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail vs Mountain Bristletail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail | Mountain Bristletail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pedetontus silvestrii | Trigoniophthalmus alternatus |
| Order | Archaeognatha | Archaeognatha |
| Family | Machilidae | Machilidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | Central 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.
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.