Sphyrotheca minnesotensis

(Guthrie, 1903)

Sphyrotheca minnesotensis is a of globular springtail in the Sminthuridae, first described from Minnesota in 1903. As a member of the order Symphypleona, it possesses the rounded, globular body form characteristic of this group. The species is rarely encountered, with only five observations recorded on iNaturalist.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sphyrotheca minnesotensis: /ˌsfɪroʊˈθiːkə ˌmɪnɪsəˈtɛnsɪs/

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Distribution

Originally described from Minnesota, USA. Records on iNaturalist suggest occurrence in North America, though specific range details remain limited.

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