Indirect biomass estimations in Collembola

• DOI: 10.1016/j.pedobi.2004.06.006
• Publication Date: 2004-10-13T17:53:40Z
• Authors: Marian Caballero; Enrique Baquero; Arturo H. Ariño; Rafael Jordana
• Keywords: Springtail; Dry weight

Summary We propose coefficients for regressions relating dry weight to body or tergite length in Folsomia candida, Entomobrya schoetti, Sminthurus viridis , and Hypogastrura vernalis (Collembola). Measurements were made on large batches of preserved, identified specimens. Batches were dessicated completely by critical-point drying and weighed. We compare our data with other published models and critically review the literature, finding questionable records.