Description: CRITTERS DIRECT Springtails (Mixed Culture)FOR LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE If your temperature is below 40 or above 85o the “Hold For Pickup” at post office shipping method must be selected to receive our Live Arrival Guarantee Breeding Cultures Key FeaturesOur breeding cultures are teaming with hundreds of active adults and juvenilesBreeding cultures will produce springtails in perpetuity if properly maintainedSold in 16 oz containers that retain moisture necessary for fungi growth and springtail hydration100% all natural hardwood lump charcoal provides high surface area for springtails and a porous, carbon substrate which is ideal for nutrient rich fungi growthTo extract springtails from breeding cultures simply fill container with dechlorinated water and pour springtails into desired habitat (springtails float)Seeding Culture Key FeaturesOur seeding cultures are teaming with hundreds of active adults and juvenilesSold in 8 oz containers that retain moisture necessary for fungi growth and springtail hydrationSeeding cultures are comprised of an organic mixture of sphagnum peat mossSeeding cultures are ready to mix directly into desired habitatTo seed habitat with seeding culture simply empty part or whole culture into habitatClay Culture Key FeaturesOur clay cultures are teaming with hundreds of active adults and juvenilesSold in 8 oz containers that retain moisture necessary for fungi growth and springtail hydrationClay cultures are comprised of a calcium baring clay substrateClay cultures are easy to harvest. Simply tap springtails from container into habitatSpringtails, Mixed Cultures (Overview)Our cultures are a mixture of Tropical White, Tropical Pink and Temperate Springtails to make sure you receive the right springtail species for your habitatSpringtails are soft-bodied, micro-insects that feed on decomposing leaf litter, animal feces, and dead plant material making springtails an essential element for the overall health of your terrarium or vivarium ecosystemSpringtails are also an important dietary supplement for dart frogs, small salamanders and newly metamorphosed amphibians of many kindsOnce established a springtail population will continue to reproduce on its own, while maintaining your habitat’s ecosystem and providing a steady supply of food for your animals. Springtail Specs:Color: White/Pinkish HueSize: 3-6 mmLocality: Found naturally in moist, humid marshlandsBreeding Difficulty: BeginnerLight: Natural ambientTemperature: 70-85 degrees FahrenheitHumidity: 90-100%Behavior: Lively, hardy, crawling, jumpingBreeding:Springtails are easy to breedBreed in charcoal substrate (recommended) or a mixed organic media substrateSpringtails reach sexual maturity in 5-6 weeks and lay up to 400 eggs over their lifetimeSpringtails lifespan is ~ 1 yearCulture Care & FeedingKeep culture at room temperature (70-85 degrees F)Keep culture in dark or dimly lit area out of direct sunlightCheck food and water every few days Feed culture Critters Direct Springtail Food or any of the following:brewers yeastmushroom flourboiled riceOnly feed when previous food has been completely devouredKeep breeding culture roughly 1/2 full of dechlorinated water and keep seeding cultures moist at all times by misting weeklyCritters Direct Springtail Food is guaranteed to boost your culture’s yield and vitality. Made of all natural brown rice, mushrooms, brewer’s yeast, calcium, and vitamin supplements, our all powder recipe quickly produces the nutrient rich food arthropods need to reproduce fast and live active, healthy, lively lives. Springtail Food Comes in 8 oz. spice shaker jar Crystal clear shaker is made of FDA compliant materialShaker provides both spoon dispenser and 3 hole flapper for greater sift resistance and controlled accessDirections Sprinkle small amount over entire culture once per week or when previous feeding has been completely devouredLightly mist food into cultureShippingAll orders shipped USPSShipping days and services:All orders ship Monday - ThursdayIf your local temp is below 40 or above 85 F you MUST select our "Hold For Pickup" shipping method in order to receive our LIVE Arrival Guarantee Orders received before 12:00 PM EST ship same dayHold for Pickup: Hold for Pickup is a USPS special service that delivers your package to the closest USPS facility to your address. When your package arrives you will receive an email from the USPS notifying you that it is available for pickup.Expedited Shipping: Package shipped USPS Priority Mail If there is a problem with your order please contact us via eBay within 24 hours for prompt resolution. We are committed to 100% customer satisfaction.
Price: 14.99 USD
Location: New Bern, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-04-11T12:13:13.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Critters Direct
Model: Springtails
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
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