Bug Identifier
Springtail (probable)
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.
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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.