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25 Green Water Springtails (Isotomurus retardatus)

5.0
$25
New Release
In stock: 10 available
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A truly water loving springtail. This species evolved for a semi-aquatic lifestyle and can be found roaming on and near water in the wild but cultures great on solid ground. They have a voracious appetite which if met leads to fast reproduction. They are very energetic and can jump extremely high so use caution. Captive bred since September 2023.

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Isotomurus retardatus has great potential for use as a cleanup crew in aquariums and paludarium style enclosures. See the Cleanup Crew Guides for more information: www.springtails.us/cleanup-crew-guides

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Culture Isotomurus retardatus on Springtail Plaster or Springtail Clay. Feed yeast, dry rice, or Springtails US springtail food mixes. See the Care Guides for more information: www.springtails.us/care-guides

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Current restock schedule: Weekly (usually Tuesday nights).

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Ships on Springtail Clay, can be cultured in the cup they ship in. Ships in 16oz deli cup.


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Originally collected by Ryne of Springtails US from the surface of an Illinois pond. Can be found on and near permanent bodies of water. Range/distribution Nearctic.


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Maximum size: ~2mm


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Identification: Confirmed via microscopy.

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5.0
Austin R.
Saginaw,
United States
Jan 15, 2025
They came in safely, with a much higher count than 25, and absolutely no deaths in arrival. Very very well packaged, the heating pack was still warm despite the single digit temps here in michigan. Cannot reccomend enough!
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