Description

Live Springtail Culture for Bioactive Terrariums and Vivariums

Live springtails are an essential addition to bioactive terrariums, vivariums and isopod enclosures. Springtails provide an easy, natural way to keep your setup clean and balanced from day one. These tiny detritivores thrive in humid environments, where they work quietly to break down mould, decaying leaves, and organic waste, keeping your setup fresh and sustainable.

Springtails also help regulate moisture, prevent fungal outbreaks, and support plant health by naturally returning nutrients to the soil. Whether you’re new to bioactive setups or expanding your cleanup crew, these springtails are a must-have.

Why You’ll Love Them:

🌱 Natural decomposers – Break down waste, mould, and decaying matter
💧 Moisture regulation – Help maintain healthy humidity levels in substrate
🪴 Root-safe – Prevent soil compaction and promote healthier plant growth
🪰 Pest prevention – Reduce the chance of fungus gnats and mould outbreaks
🧪 Easy to care for – Add directly to your terrarium, no special care needed

Care Snapshot:

🌡️ Temperature: 18–25°C (room temperature is perfect!)
💦 Humidity: High – enclosed setups or regular misting
🍽️ Food: Yeast or fish flakes – but don’t require feeding in terrariums (population self-regulates)
🕶️ Storage: Keep in a stable, shaded spot away from direct sun

Shipping Info:

🚚 Express Shipping: Flat-rate Express Post for safe, fast delivery
📦 Packaging: Moist charcoal in a plastic container
🚫 State Restrictions: Not available in TAS, WA, or NT due to live insect regulations

Tiny, tireless, and essential to any bioactive enclosure – live springtails keep your terrarium clean, balanced, and thriving.

New to springtails? Read our Springtail Care Guide to learn how to introduce them into your terrarium.