# White springtail — care routine

Folsomia candida

Read with the complete profile and individual plan.

## Before arrival

- [ ] The Canadian laboratory method uses covered vessels with moist plaster-and-charcoal substrate. It is a reproducible culture method, not a universal display-enclosure standard. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-housing)
- [ ] Maintain a continuing colony rather than expecting a one-off cleaning additive. This species can reproduce without males. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-commitment)

## Routine checks

- [ ] Prepare suitable vessels, small food portions, labels and backups. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-checklists)

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Inspect moisture and consumption regularly, refresh degraded material as needed and avoid chemical residues. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-checklists)
- [ ] Continue normal waste removal and drainage checks in a bioactive enclosure; springtails cannot cure infection or handle unlimited waste. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-checklists)

## When to stop and seek help

- [ ] A sudden decline, extensive fouling or changed reproduction needs a review of substrate, food, temperature and contamination. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-health)
- [ ] Seek experienced culture advice rather than applying pesticides or medicines. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-health)
- [ ] Keep tools separate between new, healthy and declining cultures. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/white-springtail/#knowledge-health)