{"product_id":"springtail-collembola-sp-tropical-white-springtails","title":"Springtail -  Collembola sp. - Tropical White Springtails","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropical White Springtails are tiny, soil-dwelling microarthropods that serve as one of the most effective and popular cleanup crew species in bioactive enclosures. Their tireless work breaking down mold, fungi, decaying plant matter, and waste makes them an essential part of any thriving bioactive setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollembola sp. (Tropical White) are 1–2 mm in size with a lifespan of several months, though colonies are self-sustaining when kept damp and fed weekly. Originating from tropical regions, they serve as a cleanup crew, handling mold control, waste breakdown, and soil aeration. They are safe with most geckos, dart frogs, and other bioactive inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropical White Springtails thrive in moist, organic-rich substrate such as coconut fiber, topsoil, or bioactive mixes. Avoid substrates with pesticides or additives. They prefer high humidity between 70–90%, so keep one side of the enclosure consistently moist. Ideal temperatures range from 65–80°F (18–27°C); they are more cold-tolerant than temperate species but prefer warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed with small amounts of springtail specific foods, dried yeast, fish flakes, or uncooked rice in a small bottle cap to encourage breeding and combating mold. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringtails are a cornerstone of any bioactive enclosure. They work alongside isopods to keep the enclosure clean, prevent harmful mold outbreaks, and maintain a balanced micro-ecosystem — reducing the frequency for manual spot cleaning and promoting a naturalistic environment for your animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach culture contains a thriving, established colony ready to introduce directly into your enclosure or use as a starter culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nova Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46788730617993,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/novareptiles.com\/products\/springtail-collembola-sp-tropical-white-springtails","provider":"Nova Reptiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}