
Community identification
Springtail (probable)
Collembola; species not identifiable from the image
- Order & Family
- Entognatha, order Collembola; family undetermined
- Size
- Usually about 0.2–2 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Damp soil, leaf litter, and other humid places; indoors they may gather near moisture.
Diet & Feeding
Mostly fungi, algae, decaying plant matter, and microbes.
Behavior Patterns
Tiny, wingless animals that often occur in groups; many species can jump using a spring-like tail appendage.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to people and pets, and helpful in decomposition and soil nutrient cycling. The image is too close and indistinct for a confident identification.