• Springtail Yeast Food Mix – 1oz Colony Food - Wild Pet Supply
  • Springtail Yeast Food Mix – 1oz Colony Food - Wild Pet Supply
  • Springtail Yeast Food Mix – 1oz Colony Food - Wild Pet Supply
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Springtail Yeast Food Mix – 1oz Colony Food

A yeast, pollen, and spirulina blend for springtail colonies.

$8.95 USD
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  • Combines yeast, bee pollen, and spirulina to keep springtail colonies active and reproducing — a consistent food source prevents population crashes.

  • A 1oz bag feeds an established culture for several weeks — sprinkle a small pinch directly onto the substrate every two to three days.

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Q How do I feed it, and how often?
Sprinkle a small pinch directly onto the substrate surface every two to three days, and springtails will find it within minutes and start feeding. Adjust based on how fast the colony clears it — if food sits uneaten for more than 48 hours, cut back the amount per feeding. A little goes a long way, so a 1oz bag feeds an established culture for several weeks at a conservative schedule.
Q What's in it, and why those ingredients?
Three food sources that cover a springtail's full nutritional range: yeast provides the fast-fermenting organic material springtails are naturally drawn to, bee pollen adds micronutrients and natural sugars, and spirulina rounds out the protein and amino acids that support breeding and juvenile development. Together they keep a colony active, reproducing consistently, and large enough to keep doing its job.
Q Why do I need a dedicated springtail food — can't they just live off the enclosure?
They can hang on, but they won't thrive, and that's the problem. Springtail populations crash quietly in enclosures that aren't fed consistently — because the animals are so small, the decline is easy to miss until mold control and waste processing start slipping, by which point the colony has already dropped well below where it needs to be. Feeding two to three times a week keeps the population growing rather than just surviving, which is the difference between a bioactive setup that maintains itself and one you're constantly babysitting.
Q My springtail colony seems to be disappearing — will this bring it back?
Usually, yes. A fading colony is almost always an underfeeding problem, and a dedicated food gets the population climbing again rather than holding on by a thread. Sprinkle a pinch every two to three days and watch how quickly it's consumed — as the numbers recover, you'll see the colony clearing food faster, which is your signal it's back on track.
Q Will it work with my bioactive setup and springtail species?
Yes. It works for all commonly cultured springtails, including Folsomia candida and tropical springtail cultures, and it's compatible with every bioactive substrate type and enclosure humidity level. Whatever your bioactive build looks like, the same pinch-on-the-surface routine fits right into it.
Q Is the 1oz bag enough for me?
For most keepers, easily. Because a feeding is only a small pinch, a 1oz bag feeds an established culture for several weeks — it's a practical size to see how your colony responds before committing to more. The resealable bag keeps the mix dry between uses, so it stays good while you work through it.
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Sprinkle a small pinch directly onto the substrate surface and springtails will find it within minutes and begin feeding. The mix combines yeast, bee pollen, and spirulina — three food sources that cover the nutritional range springtails need to stay active, reproduce consistently, and maintain a population large enough to keep doing their job throughout the enclosure. Yeast provides the fast-fermenting organic material springtails are naturally drawn to, pollen adds micronutrients and natural sugars, and spirulina rounds out the protein and amino acid content that supports breeding and juvenile development. A 1oz bag is enough to feed an established springtail culture for several weeks at a conservative feeding schedule.
Springtail populations crash quietly and quickly in enclosures that are not being fed consistently. Because springtails are so small their decline is easy to miss until the mold control and waste processing in the enclosure starts to slip — by which point the colony has already dropped significantly below where it needs to be to function properly. Feeding a dedicated springtail food two to three times per week keeps the population stable and growing rather than holding on, which is the difference between a bioactive enclosure that maintains itself and one that requires constant intervention.
Sprinkle a small pinch onto the substrate surface every two to three days and adjust based on how quickly the colony consumes it. If food sits uneaten for more than 48 hours reduce the amount per feeding. Works for all commonly cultured springtail species including Folsomia candida and tropical springtail cultures. Compatible with all bioactive substrate types and enclosure humidity levels. Store in a cool dry place with the bag sealed between uses.