Isotoma
Bourlet, 1839
Waterfall Springtails
Isotoma is a of () and the genus of the . These small, wingless hexapods are commonly known as Waterfall Springtails. The genus contains multiple distributed across various , with some species studied for their dietary biology and metabolic responses. Springtails in this genus possess the characteristic (springing organ) that enables their .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Isotoma: /ˌaɪsəˈtoʊmə/
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Identification
Isotoma can be distinguished from other by features of the , including a well-developed and specific patterns. Species-level identification typically requires examination of antennal segmentation, body setation, and structure under magnification.