Prorastriopes wexfordensis
(R.J. Snider, 1969)
Prorastriopes wexfordensis is a of globular springtail described by R.J. Snider in 1969. It belongs to the Bourletiellidae, a group of Collembola characterized by their rounded, globular body form. The species epithet 'wexfordensis' suggests a type locality connection to Wexford, likely in Ireland or a North American location with that name. Very little published information exists regarding its or .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prorastriopes wexfordensis: /proʊˈræstrɪ.oʊ.piz wɛksˈfɔr.dɛn.sɪs/
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Distribution
Distribution records indicate presence in Caribbean mainland regions and Pacific North America. Additional records suggest occurrence in southern North America. The specific type locality implied by the epithet has not been confirmed in available sources.
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Taxonomic Note
The Prorastriopes is classified within the superfamily Sminthuroidea, a group of globular springtails distinguished by their compact body shape and reduced relative to elongate springtails.
Data Limitations
This has zero observations in iNaturalist and lacks a Wikipedia entry. Published biological or ecological studies appear to be minimal or absent in readily accessible literature.