Yellow Soil Springtail vs Isotoma Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Soil Springtail | Isotoma Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protaphorura armata | Isotoma viridis |
| Order | Collembola | Collembola |
| Family | Onychiuridae | Isotomidae |
| Size | 1.0-2.0 mm | 2.0-4.0 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Yellow Soil Springtail
A blind white springtail that lives entirely in soil and lacks the ability to jump. It is extremely abundant in agricultural soils.
Did You Know?
Densities of this springtail can reach 100,000 individuals per square meter in fertile agricultural soils.
Isotoma Springtail
A greenish elongate springtail common in grasslands and gardens throughout Europe. It is active year-round even in cold weather.
Did You Know?
This springtail remains active at temperatures near freezing and can be found hopping on soil surfaces in winter.