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14-09-2009, 08:10 PM
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| | | Unusual springtail.
Hi,
found this one feeding on an old toadstool (prob. Amanita excelsa  )
approx 2-3 mm. I've never noticed one with an abdomen this shape before.  
Apologies for picture quality.
Steve |
14-09-2009, 08:17 PM
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| | | Re: Unusual springtail.
Steve - I'll be following this thread with interest as I photographed one of the same species yesterday. It was on a bramble stem.
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14-09-2009, 08:28 PM
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14-09-2009, 09:01 PM
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| | | Re: Unusual springtail.
Hi Steve,
Agree with Janet - A. fusca.
Take care,
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14-09-2009, 09:08 PM
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| | | Re: Unusual springtail.
That was my thought too. |
15-09-2009, 08:56 AM
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| | | Re: Unusual springtail.
Thanks guys (using the word "guys" very loosely no offence intended Janet  "
Seems to be some consensus then. According to the late Steve Hopkin's site A. fusca is widespread and common in a variety of habitats. Can't say I've ever noticed them before though and for a springtail it was fairly large.
There are some excellent pics on those links you posted Janet, oh for an MP-E 65 (and a better camera and a macro flash rig and, and etc.)
Steve |
15-09-2009, 09:32 AM
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| | | Re: Unusual springtail.
Me neither, Steve! I find these globular springtails more prevalent in Autumn and Winter. Anyone else? So, here's hoping this A&W are productive! | | |
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