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These miniature springtails, under two millimetres long, are found alongside slime moulds worldwide, munching on microorganisms and playing a key role in soil health.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2024

Scientists don’t fully understand exactly how they break down decaying organic matter, but new molecular research shows springtails actually have special genes for the job.

From New York Times • May 24, 2024

“Mushroom hunters are very aware of springtails being in their baskets,” Vardeh said as she brushed away some small insects.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2023

But springtails, robins, daffodils—those are the low-hanging fruit of the ID world, necessary only for someone like me who is a little scared of nature.

From Slate • Jul. 9, 2022

Also present in prodigious numbers are microscopic mites and primitive wingless insects called springtails.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson