Southeast Asian Cave Springtail vs Globular Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeast Asian Cave Springtail | Globular Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coecobrya tenebricosa | Sminthurus viridis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Entomobryidae | Sminthuridae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 1-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Grasslands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Europe, Australia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southeast Asian Cave Springtail
A widely distributed cave springtail found throughout Southeast Asian caves. It is completely white and eyeless.
Did You Know?
The genus Coecobrya contains over 70 species, nearly all from caves.
Globular Springtail
A round-bodied green springtail found in grasslands and agricultural fields. It can become a pest of clover and alfalfa crops.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few springtails that feeds on living plants and can damage crops.