what is the difference between seeding and breeding cultures?

Seeding cultures are comprised of hundreds of springtails mixed in an organic substrate. The organic substrate (together with the springtails) is added directly to your habitats substrate. Breeding cultures are also comprised of hundreds of springtails but the substrate is lump hardwood charcoal where the springtails breed more readily. Simply tap the springtails from the charcoal to the desired habitat. Breeding cultures will continue to breed in perpetuity if properly maintained.

How do you properly maintain the rest of the springtails?

About once a month put some raw rice (12-15 grains depending on size of your collection) in the container with the springtails and lightly moisten with distilled water spray . The rice will look pretty gross in a few days but they will eat all of it.

How many should you put in? And how often?

As there are hundreds of springtails in the culture, we recommend putting 1/2 the culture into your habitat and measure the results while continuing to let the other 1/2 of the culture breed.

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Critters Direct Live Springtails, Mixed Seeding Culture

Critters Direct Live Springtails, Mixed Seeding Culture

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Brand
Critters
Colour
White
Included Components
Live sphagnum
Item Weight
8 Ounces
Manufacturer
Critters
Special Feature
Lightweight

🌱Sphagnum peat substrate for direct soil seeding

♻️Self-sustaining breeding cultures

❄️Temperature-sensitive shipping (40-85°F)

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🌿 Elevate your vivarium game with nature’s ultimate cleanup crew!

PLUG AND PLAY SEEDING - Sphagnum peat substrate lets you add springtails directly to your habitat soil—effortless ecosystem boost.
GUARANTEED LIVE ARRIVAL - Your springtails arrive alive or we hold for pickup—no dead shipments, no guesswork.
MIXED SPECIES POWERHOUSE - Tropical White, Pink, and Temperate springtails combined for ultimate vivarium balance.
PERPETUAL BREEDING CULTURES - Hardwood charcoal and clay substrates designed to keep your springtail population thriving indefinitely.
ESSENTIAL VIVARIUM CLEANUP CREW - Natural waste eaters that maintain a healthy, balanced environment for your amphibians and reptiles.

Critters Direct Live Springtails Mixed Seeding Culture delivers a diverse blend of Tropical White, Pink, and Temperate springtails in a sphagnum peat substrate, designed for direct soil integration. With a live arrival guarantee and temperature-sensitive shipping protocols, these springtails naturally consume decaying matter, promoting a balanced and healthy vivarium environment. Available also in breeding cultures with hardwood charcoal or high-calcium clay substrates, they ensure a self-sustaining population for long-term habitat maintenance.

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ASIN	B06WLHZP34
Additional Features	Lightweight
Best Sellers Rank	#212,638 in Garden & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Garden & Outdoors ) #135 in Supplies & Accessories
Brand Name	Critters Direct
Colour	White
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (699)
Included Components	Live Springtails, sphagnum peat substrate
Item Weight	8 Ounces
Manufacturer	Critters Direct
Pet Type	Insect
Product Style	Tropical
Specific Uses For Product	Vivarium Cleanup Crew, Amphibian and Reptile Food
Target Species	Rodents
UPC	647297410305
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Vivarium Type	Terrarium

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