entomobrya
Entomobrya is a genus of springtails belonging to the order Collembola. These tiny arthropods are commonly found in soil, leaf litter, and on vegetation in a wide variety of habitats worldwide. They are detritivores, meaning they feed on decaying organic matter, playing an important role in nutrient cycling within ecosystems.
Springtails in the genus Entomobrya are characterized by their elongated, segmented bodies and a furca, a forked
Reproduction in Entomobrya, like other springtails, involves the deposition of spermatophores. Females will pick up the