Globular Springtail

Damp environments including leaf litter, soil, under bark, and occasionally found on water surfaces or moist concrete.

Detritivorous, feeding on decaying organic matter, fungi, algae, and bacteria.

Known for their internal spring-like mechanism (furcula) used for jumping away from predators. They are semi-social and often found in clusters.

Harmless to humans; no sting or bite. Benefits the ecosystem by breaking down organic matter and cycling nutrients back into the soil.