Paranura anops
Christiansen, K & Bellinger, P, 1980
Paranura anops is a of in the Neanuridae, described in 1980 from western North America. The Paranura belongs to the tribe Neanurini, a group of euedaphic (deep soil-dwelling) springtails. This species is rarely encountered, with only three observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paranura anops: /ˌpærəˈnjʊərə ˈænɒps/
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Habitat
Deep soil (euedaphic zone), typical for members of the tribe Neanurini.
Distribution
Pacific North America; southern North America. Specific localities are not documented in available sources.
Ecological Role
Likely contributes to soil decomposition processes, as is typical for deep-soil springtails, though specific studies on this are not documented.
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Taxonomic Note
The Paranura is classified in the tribe Neanurini, Neanurinae, within the Neanuridae. Members of this tribe are generally characterized by reduced or absent and elongated body forms adapted to subterranean life.