Springtail

Natural history: Springtails have 6 legs, 2 antennae but are not insects! They are related to insects but are wingless and very small, with even the largest reach just over half a centimetre. They come in different shapes with some thinner and longer whilst others are rounder. They often live in and feed on leaf litter.

Observation Tips: Springtails have 6 legs but several body segments.