Neonicotinoid-sensitivity
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Arrhopalites caecus
globular springtail
Arrhopalites caecus is a parthenogenetic globular springtail in the family Arrhopalitidae. It is one of the few springtail species characterized for standardized soil ecotoxicity testing, with established laboratory culture protocols. The species occupies diverse habitats ranging from cave systems to forest leaf litter and has a broad global distribution. Its sensitivity to neonicotinoid insecticides has been quantified, though it presents culturing challenges including susceptibility to mite infestation.
Neocloeon
Neocloeon is a genus of mayflies in the family Baetidae. The species Neocloeon triangulifer has emerged as an important laboratory model organism for aquatic ecotoxicology and physiological studies due to its sensitivity to environmental stressors and ability to complete its life cycle in controlled conditions. The genus is distinguished by parthenogenetic reproduction in at least some populations, a trait that facilitates laboratory culture. Species in this genus inhabit freshwater streams and serve as bioindicators for water quality assessment.