Southeast Asian Cave Springtail vs Water Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeast Asian Cave Springtail | Water Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coecobrya tenebricosa | Podura aquatica |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Entomobryidae | Poduridae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Europe, North America, Asia |
| 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.
Water Springtail
A distinctive dark-colored springtail found on the surface of still freshwater. It is the only species in its family and forms dense aggregations.
Did You Know?
It can walk on water using surface tension and its water-repellent cuticle.