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Folsomia candida (White Springtail)

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Folsomia candida, or White Springtails, are a cultured strain of springtails widely used in bioactive setups for mold control.

  • Size :Medium
  • Qty :Price mentioned is for single fish
  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    • Description :

      Folsomia candida, or White Springtails, are a cultured strain of springtails widely used in bioactive setups for mold control.

    • Appearance :

      Tiny, white, soft-bodied springtails, 1–2 mm in length.

    • Lifespan :

      1–2 years

    • Diet :

      Fungi, mold, yeast, and organic debris.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Folsomia candida is the most widely used springtail in the hobby and an essential mold controller.

  • Care Level :

    Easy – one of the most popular microfauna species.

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    Colonies thrive in small cultures

  • pH :

    Neutral to slightly acidic substrate

  • Water Hardness :

    Not applicable (soil-dwelling microfauna).

  • Temperature :

    70–78°F (21–25°C)

  • Max Size :

    Up to 2 mm

  • Tank Mates :

    Excellent with isopods, amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    None – entirely harmless.

  • Scientific Name :

    Folsomia candida

  • Family :

    Isotomidae

  • Origin :

    Cultured strain, originally from Europe

  • Social Behavior :

    Colony-dwelling; thrive in dense populations.

  • Feeding Details :

    Yeast, rice grains, or naturally occurring mold/fungi.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Reproduce parthenogenetically (without males) in moist environments.

  • Breeding Details :

    Breed extremely quickly in moist, fungus-rich environments; entirely parthenogenetic colonies.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    Humidity: 75–95%, Temperature: 70–78°F (21–25°C).

  • Common Health Issues :

    Decline in dry or sterile environments with no mold to feed on.

  • Temperament :

    Peaceful microfauna.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Peaceful and substrate-dwelling; populations thrive quickly.

    • Folsomia candida is a parthenogenetic springtail species, meaning all individuals are female and reproduce without males. They are the most common species used in the pet trade for bioactive enclosures. Their fast reproduction and mold-eating habits make them indispensable for vivarium health.

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