Large, strikingly fast, and easy to keep in a variety of moisture levels. This species makes an excellent addition to any collection. Sometimes referred to as the “common bull springtail.” This stock is confirmed not to be Tomocerus minor, see bottom of description for information on the identification.
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Current restock schedule: October 2024.
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See our “Cleanup Crew Guide”
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See “Care Guides” section for species specific care information.
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Ships on damp paper towel. See our “Springtail Shipping Methods” section on the FAQ page to learn why we use paper towel and how to transfer them to a culture.
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Originally collected by Roach Crossing from a woodland in Livonia, Michigan. Typically found in soil environments. Range/Distribution: Northern Hemisphere.
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Maximum size: ~4mm
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Identification: Confirmed via microscopy: dental spines not tridentate, and habitus: scales reflect banding coloration in the right lighting typical of the species.
