Katianna maryae
Bernard, EC, 2014
Katianna maryae is a described in 2014 and to the East Coast of North America. It is recognized by its distinctive camouflage-like color pattern and morphological features including spiked and abdominal striping. The species belongs to the globular springtail order Symphypleona and is one of the more frequently observed springtails in its range, with over 350 iNaturalist records.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Distinguished from other Katianna by the combination of spiked and fishbone abdominal striping. The camouflage-like color pattern is also distinctive within the . Globular body form typical of Symphypleona separates it from elongate .
Appearance
Body displays a military camouflage-like color pattern. bear distinct spines or spikes. shows fishbone striping pattern.
Distribution
to the East Coast of North America. Distribution records indicate presence in southern North America.
Similar Taxa
- Other Katianna specieslack the distinctive spiked and fishbone abdominal striping; color pattern differs
- Other Symphypleona families (e.g., Sminthuridae)different -level morphological characters and generally lack the specific patterning of K. maryae
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Taxonomic note
Described by E.C. Bernard in 2014. Classified under in some sources (iNaturalist) and Collembola in others; Collembola is the standard class-level designation.