Globular Springtail
by Sinclair Stammers/science Photo Library
Title
Globular Springtail
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Sinclair Stammers/science Photo Library
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
Globular springtail (Sminthurides aquaticus). This tiny insect inhabits standing water and damp regions, where it feeds mainly on diatom algae. This specimen is around 0.5 millimetres in length, and was found in mud taken from the banks of the River Teifi, Wales, UK.
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February 22nd, 2021
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