Thai Red Springtails - Lobella sp.
Thai Red Springtails - Lobella sp.
5.0 / 5.0
(2) 2 total reviews
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Housing:
Use a sealed container with small ventilation holes to maintain high humidity. A plastic container with a breathable lid is ideal. I personally use containers with tight gaskets lock as this prevents most pests/competing species from entering. I also make sure to cover my ventilation holes with micropore tape to stop even the tiniest pests from getting in.
Substrate:
Provide a substrate mix of coconut coir, sphagnum moss, and charcoal. Ensure the substrate is kept moist but not soggy. Deep soil layers are essential, as this species likes to burrow. Trial and error proves that this species much prefers substrate over clay or charcoal.
Temperature and Humidity:
Maintain temperatures in the low 80°F range for optimal health. Keep humidity above 80% by misting regularly to maintain a consistently damp environment.
Diet:
Thai Red Springtails primarily consume decaying organic material, mold, and yeast. This species benefits from additional protein in their diet (fish flakes, freeze-dried minnows), which supports better reproduction and health.
Maintenance:
Check moisture levels weekly and remove excess food or mold. Avoid letting the substrate dry out completely, as springtails rely on a humid environment to survive.
Housing:
Use a sealed container with small ventilation holes to maintain high humidity. A plastic container with a breathable lid is ideal. I personally use containers with tight gaskets lock as this prevents most pests/competing species from entering. I also make sure to cover my ventilation holes with micropore tape to stop even the tiniest pests from getting in.
Substrate:
Provide a substrate mix of coconut coir, sphagnum moss, and charcoal. Ensure the substrate is kept moist but not soggy. Deep soil layers are essential, as this species likes to burrow. Trial and error proves that this species much prefers substrate over clay or charcoal.
Temperature and Humidity:
Maintain temperatures in the low 80°F range for optimal health. Keep humidity above 80% by misting regularly to maintain a consistently damp environment.
Diet:
Thai Red Springtails primarily consume decaying organic material, mold, and yeast. This species benefits from additional protein in their diet (fish flakes, freeze-dried minnows), which supports better reproduction and health.
Maintenance:
Check moisture levels weekly and remove excess food or mold. Avoid letting the substrate dry out completely, as springtails rely on a humid environment to survive.
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Shipping can be very stressful on certain arthropods, but we try to minimize that by providing proper shipping conditions. We package everything securely and label boxes accordingly. Following this, In the unlikely event that your arthropods arrive in poor condition or deceased, please contact us within 2 hour of delivery. We will request photographs of the shipment and the arthropods for verification purposes. Depending on the situation, we will offer a replacement, refund, or store credit.
Click here to read Terms of service
Shipping can be very stressful on certain arthropods, but we try to minimize that by providing proper shipping conditions. We package everything securely and label boxes accordingly. Following this, In the unlikely event that your arthropods arrive in poor condition or deceased, please contact us within 2 hour of delivery. We will request photographs of the shipment and the arthropods for verification purposes. Depending on the situation, we will offer a replacement, refund, or store credit.
Orders are typically processed on our end and shipped within 1-2 business days. We only ship out MONDAYS & TUESDAYS. The estimated delivery time may vary depending on the shipping method and the recipient's location. Customers can expect to receive their packages within 1-3 business days from the shipping date.
Orders are typically processed on our end and shipped within 1-2 business days. We only ship out MONDAYS & TUESDAYS. The estimated delivery time may vary depending on the shipping method and the recipient's location. Customers can expect to receive their packages within 1-3 business days from the shipping date.
Jadore, tres beau, tres mignons
I was on the fence about ordering the Thai red springtails because of the price, but I'm glad I did! They really are nice and red like in the pictures. They arrived in great shape, nice and active.