Springtail Collection

Woodcut, Springtail (Collembola)

Woodcut, Springtail (Collembola)

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

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

Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Springtail
LRDS-122 Springtail, Order Collembola Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) Magnification x 150 (A4 size: 29.7 cm width) Coloured by hand to enhance natural features

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

Black and white illustration of Springtail (Collembola)

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

Rockpool Springtail (Anurida maritima) adult, under boulder on shore, Portland Harbour, Dorset, England, October

Globular Springtail (Dicyrtomina ornata) adult, resting on house brick, Leicestershire, England, January

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

Glacier springtails C016 / 5813
Glacier springtails (Desoria saltans). Often called glacier fleas, these arthropods are actually springtails

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

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

Rockpool Springtail (Anurida maritima) group, in shallow pool on rocky shore, Dorest, England, january

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

Coloured SEM of two springtails (Order collembola)
Springtails. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two springtails (order Collembola)

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

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)

Spingtail - defence reaction, UK
SPH-2244 SPRINGTAIL - defence reaction. UK

Springtail - Class: Insecta Order: Collembola UK
SPH-2243 Springtail UK Tomocerus longicornis Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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EDITORS COMMENTS

Springtails are tiny creatures that can be found in various habitats around the world. One such species is the yellow springtail, which can be seen delicately perched on a forget-me-not flower in the breathtaking Zillertal Alps. Their vibrant yellow color adds a touch of cheerfulness to the already beautiful landscape. In Derbyshire, UK, another type called the globular they are be spotted on dew-covered dead leaves. This close-up view showcases their intricate body structure and highlights their ability to thrive even in seemingly inhospitable conditions. Moving to Niedersechsische Elbtalaue Biosphere Reserve, we come across the Dicyrtomina ornata springtail resting gracefully on an oak tree leaf. Its presence serves as a reminder of nature's interconnectedness and how these minuscule organisms play vital roles within ecosystems. A scanning electron micrograph provides us with an even closer look at these fascinating creatures. Magnified 150 times its original size, this image captures intricate details of a springtail from Order Collembola. The complexity and diversity within this order become evident through this scientific lens. For those who appreciate art, a black and white illustration showcases the elegance of these small beings. The simplicity of monochrome enhances our focus on their unique features while inviting contemplation about life's intricacies. Not limited to terrestrial environments, some springtails have adapted to aquatic life as well. Take Podura aquatica for example; it scavenges among plants in garden ponds, adding vibrancy and activity beneath tranquil waters. Venturing into coastal regions like Portland Harbour in Dorset, England during October reveals yet another species: Anurida maritima or rockpool springtails. These resilient creatures find refuge under boulders along shorelines where they continue their lifecycle amidst crashing waves and changing tides. Even urban areas provide homes for certain types of springtails like Dicyrtomina ornata.