Springtails

My grandson has decided he wants to learn about ecosystems and to explain how nature and the cycle of things work, I got him a small terrarium. The sealed tank was a real joy at first, but soon, the tank became a “stank” and I had to move it to the back porch due to …

While they’re a little creepy and very crawly, there are plenty of benefits when it comes to keeping and breeding springtails and isopods. These soft-bodied bugs play a vital role in various ecosystems by feeding on decaying organic matter in gardens and vivariums. They also make a great team, as that which the one species …

Springtails are tiny jumping hexapods that can be beneficial in a garden or home for numerous reasons. They help break down decaying plant matter, adding to the natural nutrient cycle of the earth and thereby improving the health of your soil. Their diet makes them a valuable addition to terrariums and aquariums, where they function …

For creatures with such a cute name, springtails can be quite a nuisance, and there’s a fair chance that you may be sharing a space with them without even knowing it. Although they are harmless and difficult to notice due to their small size, because of their chosen environments, they tend to multiply drastically and …

Springtails are small insects that are used to feed small mammals, fish, and other insectivores. Some of the insectivores they feed include – frogs, moles, hedgehogs, shrews, shrimp, geckos, and the list goes on. Due to them being detritivores, they eat dead fungus, bacteria, and organic materials. Springtails are known as the clean-up crew.   …