Bug Identifier
Springtail
Community identification

Springtail

Order Collembola (species undetermined)

Order & Family
Collembola; family cannot be determined from the image
Size
Usually about 1–6 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

Moist soil, leaf litter, and damp indoor areas such as bathrooms or basements.

Diet & Feeding

Primarily feeds on fungi, algae, bacteria, and decaying organic matter.

Behavior Patterns

Small, moisture-loving insects that often gather in damp places; many can spring away using a forked tail-like structure called a furcula.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people, pets, and buildings; helps break down organic matter and recycle nutrients.