{"product_id":"springtails-bulk","title":"Springtails Bulk — Live Bioactive Cleaner Crew for Vivariums","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpringtails Bulk is a large-quantity culture of live springtails (Collembola), supplied for keepers setting up or maintaining bioactive vivariums. Whether you're building a cleaner crew for a tropical reptile or amphibian enclosure, or sourcing a live micro-prey item for dart frogs, mourning geckos, or small invertebrates, this bulk quantity gives you the numbers to establish a self-sustaining colony from the outset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Springtails Do in a Bioactive Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpringtails are a cornerstone of any functioning bioactive enclosure. They break down mould, waste, and organic debris at the substrate level, keeping conditions clean and reducing the risk of harmful bacterial build-up. At just a few millimetres in length, they're too small and fast to be easily picked off by most larger reptiles and amphibians, making them effective long-term residents rather than a one-off addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAs a Live Food Source\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor very small amphibians and invertebrates — including dart frogs and mourning geckos — springtails serve as a nutritious micro-prey item. They are a practical alternative to fruit flies where an even smaller food size is needed, though keepers should note they represent a smaller meal by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow They're Supplied\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispatched direct from the breeder for maximum freshness and vitality on arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoused in a plastic container with a nutrient-rich, soil-based substrate covering the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer sides are perforated to ensure ventilation while minimising escape risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colony typically begins to hatch in transit and should be fully populated within approximately one week of arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeeping the Culture Going\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the nutritional quality of your springtails and sustain the culture long-term, feed them on a dedicated springtail diet. A well-fed colony reproduces consistently and remains a reliable presence throughout your bioactive build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpringtails Bulk is the practical choice for keepers who want to establish a healthy, functional bioactive vivarium — giving you the colony numbers to make an immediate impact in your enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54146976416081,"sku":"A371","price":10.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/A371_1.jpg?v=1782721491","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/springtails-bulk","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}