Springtails (Collembola) – Bioactive Clean-Up Crew
Springtails are tiny soil-dwelling invertebrates that make an excellent addition to any terrarium or vivarium. They act as a natural clean-up crew by feeding on mold, decaying matter, and leftover food, helping to keep your enclosures fresh, balanced, and healthy. In bioactive setups, they contribute to a self-sustaining ecosystem, reducing waste and supporting the overall well-being of your plants and animals.
Available Species are listed below, as well as minimum count per culture.
Tropical Pink – A hardy and active species that thrives in warm, humid environments. Stays at surface. 100+
Temperate White – The classic springtail, great for a wide variety of enclosures. Surface dwelling. 100+
Spanish Orange – Brightly colored and eye-catching, ideal for tropical bioactive setups. Burrows in substrate. 100+
Florida Orange – A vibrant and robust species well-suited for warm climates. Likes to burrow. 100+
Small Silver – Tiny, fast, and efficient cleaners that do well in compact habitats. Subterranean and rarely on surface. 50+
Large Silver – Bigger-bodied and highly visible, making them easy to spot in your substrate. Slow breeding and likes all substrate levels. 20+
Large White – A larger form of the temperate white, offering excellent waste control. Prefers to remain at surface. 20+
Lilac – A unique pastel-colored springtail that adds variety to your clean-up crew. Likes all levels of substrate. 100+
Yellow Albino – Uncommon and visually striking, while still excellent at mold control. Can be found on top and throughout substrate. 100+
Thai Red – A rare, colorful, and slow breeding species that thrives in high humidity. Likes to burrow but can be found at surface. 15+
Tiny Blue – One of the smallest species available, highly prolific and efficient. Has no noted preference for substrate level. 50+
Woolly Mammoth - Rare, large, and fuzzy; a standout addition to drier bioactive setups. 15+
SPRINGTAILS
Most springtails shipped are sent on a flake soil mix. Charcoal cultures are only sold for delivery or pickup, but can be shipped when requested
***Cultures shipped on charcoal are NOT covered under our Live Arrival Guarantee***
Species with counts under 50 will be shipped on wet paper towel.