Neelipleona

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neelipleona: /ˌniːlɪˈpliːoʊnə/

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Summary

Neelipleona is an order of hexapods in the subclass Collembola, recognized primarily for their lack of eyes. Despite the controversies regarding their classification, they are broadly viewed under the family Neelidae.

Physical Characteristics

Neelipleona are characterized by the absence of eyes.

Habitat

Worldwide and throughout North America.

Distribution

Found in various habitats across North America and globally.

Similar Taxa

• Entomobryomorpha
• Poduromorpha
• Symphypleona

Misconceptions

Some taxa may refer to Neelipleona as part of Symphypleona, but they are considered by some researchers as distinct.

Tags

• Collembola
• Neelipleona
• springtails
• Neelidae