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Unknown small insects found
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Unknown small insects found
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
September 20, 2019
Size: est. 1-2mm
Several of these were found in a terrarium throughout the substrate. Their thorax was flexible and the wings were glossy. Mold was also abundant in the environment. Very tiny insects and moved quickly, though they have wings, none were spotted flying.
Contributed by Crabtree on 20 September, 2019 - 9:37pm
Last updated 18 August, 2020 - 7:12am

Frassed
Moved from ID Request.
… v belov, 18 August, 2020 - 7:12am

Are you certain they have wings?
The environment, size and general appearance are consistent with Springtails--but they don't have wings.

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… Ken Wolgemuth, 20 September, 2019 - 9:44pm

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