Thai Red Springtails (Lobella sp.) are a tropical, surface-active species known for their deep red to crimson pigmentation and high visibility. Their striking coloration makes them one of the most visually dynamic springtail species available for display-focused bioactive systems.
They thrive in humid, shaded environments and are most active along moss and organic substrate surfaces, where their movement is easily observed.
- Climate: Tropical
- Activity: Surface-active (in the dark)
- Visibility: High
- Reproduction: Moderate
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Cultured on sphagnum
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Ready to use or expand into additional cultures
- Basic care instructions included
Important Habitat Notes
Lobella sp. prefer consistently moist, humid conditions and perform best in (warm) tropical enclosures.
- Avoid drying conditions
- Avoid prolonged standing water
- Best maintained in moss- and leaf-litter-rich environments
Unlike some temperate species, they are less tolerant of environmental swings and require stable humidity to thrive.
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