Bourletiellidae
- Pronunciation
- /BOWR-let-el-lid-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Bourletiellidae
- Plural
- Bourletiellidae
Definition
A family of springtails within the order Collembola. They are small, usually less than 2 mm in length, and are often found in leaf litter or other decomposing organic matter.
Etymology
Named after the type genus *Bourletiella*.
Example
Members of the Bourletiellidae family are commonly found in moist soil environments.