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This 8oz starter culture houses Springtails. Springtails (Folsomia candida) are tiny arthropods (1-4 mm) and are used as Tank Janitors in a terrarium, eating mold and waste. They also make a great supplemental food for your Poison Dart Frogs or other animals that need tiny food. Cultures are started 1-2 weeks before shipping. When you add Springtails to your tanks they will reproduce. Simply dump the entire Springtail culture in your terrarium and mix the dirt in the Springtail culture right into your substrate. Each culture will seed up to a 29g / 18x18 size tank. If you are not adding to terrariums, we recommend that you buy a starter culture and use it to start a larger culture (we use 5 qt. Sterilite containers). Larger cultures produce better and are less prone to CO2 buildup. If you use this smaller culture to start a larger culture, to feed froglets, or to seed multiple tanks, allow the culture to grow for a month before use, or purchase more cultures or the larger 32oz culture. Feed weekly with Joshs Frogs Spring to Life Springtail Food. Note: If you would like your Springtails to be in charcoal so that you can culture them outside your vivarium, please consider Joshs Frogs Temperate Springtail (Collembola) Culture (32 oz)
Q: What is the size of Josh's Frogs Temperate Springtail culture?A: This culture contains eight ounces of Springtails, suitable for starting or seeding terrariums.
Q: What type of Springtails are included in the culture?A: The culture houses Folsomia candida, which are tiny arthropods used as tank janitors.
Q: How long does it take to ship the Springtail culture?A: Cultures are typically started one to two weeks before shipping to ensure optimal health.
Q: How do I use the Springtail culture in my terrarium?A: Simply dump the entire eight-ounce culture into your terrarium and mix it into the substrate.
Q: Can I use this culture to feed my frogs?A: Yes, this culture provides a supplemental food source for poison dart frogs and other small animals.
Q: Will the Springtails reproduce in my tank?A: Yes, once added to your tank, Springtails will reproduce naturally, helping to maintain tank cleanliness.
Q: How should I store the Springtail culture before use?A: Keep the culture in a cool, dark place until you are ready to add it to your terrarium.
Q: Can I culture the Springtails outside of my vivarium?A: Yes, consider using charcoal to culture the Springtails outside your vivarium for versatility.
Q: What should I feed the Springtails?A: Feed the Springtails weekly with Josh's Frogs Spring to Life Springtail Food for optimal health.
Q: How long does the culture last once opened?A: The culture can last for several weeks if kept in appropriate conditions and regularly fed.
Q: Is this product suitable for beginners?A: Yes, this Springtail culture is beginner-friendly and easy to use for new terrarium keepers.
Q: What is the best tank size for this culture?A: This culture can seed up to a twenty-nine-gallon tank, which is approximately eighteen by eighteen inches.
Q: What do I do if my culture arrives damaged?A: If your culture arrives damaged, please contact customer support for assistance with returns or replacements.
Q: Can I use this culture to start a larger one?A: Yes, you can use this smaller culture to initiate a larger culture in a five-quart container.
Q: Is there any hazardous material in this product?A: No, this Springtail culture does not contain any hazardous materials.