Bug Identifier
Springtail
Community identification

Springtail

Collembola (likely a globular springtail; species not identifiable from the photo)

Order & Family
Class Collembola; order and family uncertain from the image
Size
Usually about 0.5–3 mm long.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Moist soil, leaf litter, and other damp places; may wander indoors in humid areas.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds mainly on fungi, algae, decaying plant matter, and microbes.

Behavior Patterns

Wingless and often jumps using a spring-like appendage beneath the abdomen. Common in moist environments and reproduces in soil or litter.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people and pets; helps decompose organic matter and recycle nutrients. A large indoor presence can indicate excess moisture.