White Albino Springtail (Ceratophysella isabellae) Pale, eye-catching springtails perfect for humid bioactive enclosures and fungal control.

White Albino Springtail (Ceratophysella isabellae) – Bright, Bioactive Cleaners for Humid Habitats

Bring contrast and cleanup power to your terrarium with the White Albino Springtail (Ceratophysella isabellae)—a rare, pale-colored species perfect for bioactive enclosures. These striking white springtails stand out against dark substrates and leaf litter, offering both beauty and utility in one tiny package.

🔍 About the Species

Ceratophysella isabellae is a soft-bodied, eyeless springtail known for its pale, albino appearance. It thrives in high-humidity environments where it feeds on mold, fungal spores, and decaying organic matter. Though tiny, these springtails reproduce quickly and are highly effective at maintaining cleanliness in tropical and temperate enclosures.

🌍 Native Range & Habitat

Originally found in cool, damp forest soils across North America and Europe, White Albino Springtails naturally inhabit decaying logs, compost, and mossy leaf litter. They prefer stable, humid conditions and are especially useful in humid terrariums, isopod cultures, and frog tanks.

🏡 Ideal for Home Use In:

• Tropical and temperate bioactive vivariums

• Dart frog, newt, and tree frog habitats

• Isopod and millipede enclosures

• Mossy terrariums and fungal gardens

• Moist soil mixes for carnivorous or tropical plants

✅ What They’re Good For:

• Consuming mold, mildew, and decaying organic waste

• Helping prevent fungal outbreaks in moist environments

• Supporting the nitrogen cycle and soil health

• Offering micro-prey for small amphibians and inverts

• Creating visual contrast in the substrate

🧪 How to Add & Care for White Albino Springtails

To introduce to an enclosure:

1. Pour or scoop the colony directly into the substrate or among moss and leaf litter.

2. Lightly mist the area to settle them in.

3. Keep out of direct light and avoid overly dry zones.

To culture separately:

• House them in a ventilated container with moist charcoal, clay, or coco coir.

• Feed sparingly with brewers yeast, powdered mushrooms, or soft vegetables.

• Maintain humidity between 85–100% and a temperature range of 65–75°F.

Care Tips:

• Mist lightly 2–3 times per week or as needed.

• Avoid overfeeding to prevent mold buildup.

• A thriving culture will multiply quickly and self-maintain with minimal care.

Albino Springtails aren’t just beautiful—they’re bioactive allies that keep your terrarium clean, balanced, and visually unique. Add a colony to your setup today!