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Marsh Springtail - Isotomurus palustris

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Marsh Springtail Marsh Springtail - Isotomurus palustris dylan New Quab Pond 5 Mar 2026, 4:39 p.m. 5 Mar 2026, 12:14 p.m.
Marsh Springtail Marsh Springtail - Isotomurus palustris dylan New Quab Pond 5 Mar 2026, 4:39 p.m. 5 Mar 2026, 12:14 p.m.
Marsh Springtail Marsh Springtail - Isotomurus palustris dylan New Quab Pond 5 Mar 2026, 4:39 p.m. 5 Mar 2026, 12:14 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread throughout the UK but poorly-recorded in many areas. It is probably locally frequent. Habitat includes: wet places such as pond margins, muddy puddles prone to drying, besides ditches etc.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

AJC Springtails

Wikipedia

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