Entomobrya atrocincta
Schött, 1896
Dimorphic Springtail
Entomobrya atrocincta is a distinguished by its unusual in coloration, a trait rare among . Males are vivid orange, sometimes with or black , while females are dull tan. The species is commonly known as the Springtail.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Entomobrya atrocincta: /ɛn.toʊ.moʊˈbɹiː.ə ə.troʊˈsɪŋk.tə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Entomobrya by the striking in coloration—males bright orange versus females tan. Most species show minimal or no sexual color . Specific banding patterns ( or black) on males may provide additional diagnostic characters.
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Distribution
North America: recorded from northern, southern, and Pacific regions of North America; also recorded from Pico (likely referring to Pico Island in the Azores, Portugal).
Similar Taxa
- Other Entomobrya speciesSimilar body plan but lack the pronounced sexual color ; males and females typically similar in coloration.
- Other EntomobryidaeGeneral , but in color is rare in the .
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Taxonomic Note
Classified under in some sources and under in others; Entognatha is a superclass grouping that includes Collembola.
Observation Data
Over 2,400 observations recorded on iNaturalist, indicating it is a relatively well-documented .