Collembola Collection

Springtail (Dicyrtomina ornata) on oak tree leaf, Niedersechsische Elbtalaue Biosphere Reserve, Elbe Valley, Lower Saxony, Germany, December

Yellow springtails (Symphypleona) on Forget-me-not flower (Myosotis) Zillertal Alps, Austria, July

Globular springtail (Dicyrtomina saundersi) on dew-covered dead leaf. Derbyshire, UK. October

Black and white illustration of Springtail (Collembola)

Aquatic springtail, Podura aquatica, a plant scavenger from a garden pond

Anurida maritima (Guerin-Meneville, 1836) C016 / 9734
Anurida maritima is a Springtail or Collembolan which is found in aggregations on the surface of rock pools. Aggregation is an important aspect of collembolan biology, and A

Springtails. Colony of Hypogastrura sp. springtails on wet concrete. Springtails (subclass Collembola) are primitive wingless hexapods that are frequently found in leaf litter

Collembola entomobryidae, springtails in amber
Three Springtails preserved in Baltic amber. Originating from the Upper Eocene about 35 million years old

Springtail in amber
Springtail, Collembola: Entomobryidae trapped in Dominican amber. The insects spring has been preserved in a folded position under its body

Neanura ?muscorum, plant mould
A magnifiied image of oak leaf mould. Specimen originates from Horstead, Norwich

Collembola, springtail
Scanning electron microscope image of a springtail head (x 300)

Collembola ocelli, springtail
Scanning electron microscope image of the springtail with simple eyes (x 1.2K)

Collembola sp. springtail
Scanning electron microscope image of a springtail showing the characteristic pattern on the cuticle surface (x 3.5K)

Isotoma viridis, springtail
This springtail specimen was collected from the flood plain of Easdale Tarn, Westmorland, U.K. Image 21.x.1954. by M.E. Bacchus

Springtails head, SEM
Springtails head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This primitive insect (order Collembola) has remained unchanged for millions of years, and is considered a living fossil

Springtail body hairs, SEM
Springtail body hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs on the body of a springtail (order Collembola), a primitive insect

Springtail (Sminthurus sp.), artwork. This primitive wingless herbivore is approximately 2mm long. It has a hinged appendage on its abdomen called a furcula which enables it to move about a hundred

Coloured SEM of two springtails (Order collembola)
Springtails. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two springtails (order Collembola). These primitive insects have remained unchanged for millions of years

Springtail body surface, SEM
Springtail body surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the body surface of a springtail insect (order Collembola). The hairs (setae) and scales are typical of this group

Springtail tail, SEM
Springtail tail. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a springtail (order Collembola) tail. This wingless insect gets it name from the specialised jumping appendage (furcula)

Springtail head, SEM
Springtail head (order Collembola), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Springtails are primitive flightless insects, dating back some 300 million years in the fossil record

Springtail antenna, SEM
Springtail antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of an antenna from a springtail (order Collembola)

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"Discovering the Enchanting World of Collembola: From Yellow Springtails to Aquatic Scavengers" Delicate and vibrant, yellow springtails (Symphypleona) find solace on a charming Forget-me-not flower in the breathtaking Zillertal Alps. Amidst dew-covered dead leaves in Derbyshire, UK, a globular springtail (Dicyrtomina saundersi) showcases its intricate beauty against nature's backdrop. Niedersechsische Elbtalaue Biosphere Reserve unveils the mesmerizing Dicyrtomina ornata as it gracefully perches on an oak tree leaf, adding elegance to every detail. A captivating black and white illustration brings forth the essence of a springtail (Collembola), showcasing their unique characteristics that make them truly remarkable creatures. Dive into the world of water-dwelling organisms with Podura aquatica, an aquatic springtail found scavenging amidst lush greenery in a tranquil garden pond. Meet Anurida maritima (Guerin-Meneville, 1836), an intriguing species captured through lens C016/9734 as it navigates its way along sandy shores with grace and resilience. Witness another glimpse of Anurida maritima's fascinating journey through lens C016/9735; these resilient creatures continue to inspire awe with their adaptability and survival skills. Springtails - tiny wonders that bring life to our surroundings through their diverse shapes, colors, and behaviors - remind us of nature's infinite creativity at work. Immerse yourself in timelessness as you explore ancient amber containing enthralling specimens like Collembola entomobryidae; these preserved treasures unlock secrets from long ago. Trapped within amber for eternity lies a delicate springtail frozen in time—a testament to the resilience and endurance of these remarkable creatures.