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Ptenothrix beta is a species of springtail in the genus Ptenothrix. It is incredibly variable and ranges across the northwestern US.
Appearance
This species has a "bullet shaped" body. It is distinguished from other Ptenothrix by having three dark stripes with light lines separating them and a dark line on the butt. the overall coloration is light brown. It also has side bands towards the back.
Some specimens sometimes have a Y shape towards the back which can cause confusion. others do not and just have side bands.
References
- ^ "Ptenothrix beta (K.Christiansen & P.Bellinger, 1981)". www.gbif.org. Retrieved 2025-01-14.
- "Species Ptenothrix beta". bugguide.net. Retrieved 2025-01-14.
- sageost (December 2024). "Ptenothrix beta". iNaturalist. Retrieved 2025-01-14.
- "Occurrence Detail 5008148814". www.gbif.org. Retrieved 2025-01-14.