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Snow fleas

Hypogastrura nivicola

Photo by LensRoto
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Field Notes

Description:

Appear as large patches of "dirt" on the snow. When you bend over and take a closer look, you can see them moving -- appearing and disappearing -- as they quickly jump around.

Habitat:

On the forest floor, mostly around the trunks of oak trees.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
LensRoto
Yes they are a kind of springtail. We have been seeing them more often this winter than any other. Maybe because we have had more snow cover and milder temps?
keithp2012
Are they a kind of thrip or springtails? That's a cool sight!
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2013

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