Slender springtails

Pronunciation
/SLEN-der SPRING-tails/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Slender springtail
Plural
Slender springtails

Definition

A type of springtail characterized by a slender body form, often brightly colored, with relatively long antennae and legs, and well-developed eyes.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin words 'slendere' meaning slender and 'salto' meaning to jump, referring to their thin bodies and jumping ability.

Example

Slender springtails are often found in above-ground habitats like leaf litter and bird nests.

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