Neanuridae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neanuridae: /niːəˈnjʊrɪdiː/

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Summary

Neanuridae is a family of springtails established by Carl Börner in 1901, comprising around 1,420 species across 36 genera in 4 subfamilies in our area. They are characterized by their pudgy bodies and short legs, with some species displaying bright colors as a warning of their chemical defenses.

Physical Characteristics

Pudgy, short-legged springtails

Identification Tips

Look for bright aposematic colors which indicate chemical defenses

Habitat

Worldwide, including marine beaches (intertidal) and various terrestrial environments

Distribution

Worldwide, including North America

Tags

• Neanuridae
• springtails
• Collembola
• Poduromorpha