
Community identification
Springtail
Collembola
- Order & Family
- Order Collembola
- Size
- 0.2 to 6 millimeters long.
Natural Habitat
Damp soil, leaf litter, decaying wood, and humid outdoor structures.
Diet & Feeding
Fungi, algae, decomposing organic matter, and bacteria.
Behavior Patterns
They jump using a specialized ventral appendage called a furcula when disturbed and require high moisture to survive.
Risks & Benefits
Completely harmless to humans, pets, and structures; they aid in soil aeration and decomposition.