Globular Springtail
Scientific Name: Dicyrtomina ornata (tentative)
Order & Family: Symphypleona: Dicyrtomidae
Size: 1 - 2 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Damp environments including leaf litter, soil, moss, and under bark.
Diet & Feeding
Decomposing organic matter, fungi, algae, and bacteria.
Behavior Patterns
Known for their ability to jump long distances using a spring-like appendage called a furca. They are primarily active in humid conditions.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans and pets. They are highly beneficial to ecosystems as decomposers that help recycle nutrients into the soil.
Identified on: 12/28/2025