Indoor wtf are these, please help!
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did you take that pic with a scope or enlarge it or were they just that big?
yea those look kinda different then mine. although occasionally i see one crawling around thats that some color and kinda look like the tiny ones but some are also dark like in the pic so who knows :smokebuds:
so i went to the hydro store and showed them the video..at first they said maybe fungus gnats but after they saw the picture they pretty much looked confused and didnt know exactly what it was lol
but i do have this now..
ok a few questions i have..
How much mosquito dunks per gallon of water? i have plants near harvest, some plants about 3 weeks, and some plants literally like 3 days old..is it ok to use mosquito dunks on plants that young? Also is there ANY bad effects i can get from mosquito dunks? i dont know much about them.
also has anybody used fox farms "dont bug me"? :smokebuds:
but i do have this now..
ok a few questions i have..
How much mosquito dunks per gallon of water? i have plants near harvest, some plants about 3 weeks, and some plants literally like 3 days old..is it ok to use mosquito dunks on plants that young? Also is there ANY bad effects i can get from mosquito dunks? i dont know much about them.
also has anybody used fox farms "dont bug me"? :smokebuds:
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Hey there! So, you went and got some stuff- good! LOL! I wish you said something about the jumping before... that alone eliminates fungus gnats, or you may have both 
one doesn't exclude the other, but the good news is just what TD said, springtails are harmless squatters, like sow bugs.. they eat decaying veg matter! That floor pic though really does look like a gnat, though, and still might be.... The dunks are food safe, mate, zero harm to plants and other animals; dunks have a lethal mosquito specific bacterium in it,... that's it! they get exposed, the bacteria invade, and f*ck them up inside out!! SOOOO, if you still see flyers, yes you have gnats, if they jump, they're harmless springtails (which don't fly)....(they sure as shit aren't root aphids!).... follow the package directions Fweedom, and you're set! kill kill Kill and f*ucking quiz at 11:00 :roflcry:
one doesn't exclude the other, but the good news is just what TD said, springtails are harmless squatters, like sow bugs.. they eat decaying veg matter! That floor pic though really does look like a gnat, though, and still might be.... The dunks are food safe, mate, zero harm to plants and other animals; dunks have a lethal mosquito specific bacterium in it,... that's it! they get exposed, the bacteria invade, and f*ck them up inside out!! SOOOO, if you still see flyers, yes you have gnats, if they jump, they're harmless springtails (which don't fly)....(they sure as shit aren't root aphids!).... follow the package directions Fweedom, and you're set! kill kill Kill and f*ucking quiz at 11:00 :roflcry:Hey there! So, you went and got some stuff- good! LOL! I wish you said something about the jumping before... that alone eliminates fungus gnats, or you may have both
Wassup waira, as far as the jumping goes... I always see them just crawling around but when I go to smash it with my finger it like hops out of the way lol its frustrating its like they see my fingers coming down to smash them and they just move lol but I've laid down some yellow and blue sticky traps and will water my older plants with mosquito dunks. As far as my plants that are 3 days old, ive unfortunately seen these same things in those so i can't really water in mosquito dunks since they're so young im still just using the spray bottle to water them, any suggestions for those, should i spray the top of the soil with that "don't bug me " or what? Thanks for all the help I appreciate it :smokebuds:
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I don't think the dunks will work on springtails,.... frankly they shouldn't, right? If you want to knock down the springtail popl. some, try the deadbug spray, and see if it's effective on them,... sticky traps, of course are useless for them, but great for other things, so hang a few out there anyway. These are often used by the Ag' industry to catch random bugs, just to see WTF is out there....and head off trouble early if they catch something bad! Point being, if you don't see any gnats, don't bother treating for them...
i think i may have gotten to the bottom of it finally! i laid down some sticky traps and sure enough i caught some and was able to get a magnified pic!
either im catching springtails or something else with something coming out of its ass lol
either im catching springtails or something else with something coming out of its ass lol
from looking at some pictures and articles on google it seems like there is different springtails some look like the tiny white ones and other look like what you have there. The white thing coming of its ass looks to be the tail like a dozen other photo's I see of them. I could be wrong but that is what it seems like here is an article says there is 650 species of them.
Springtails
Fact Sheet No. 9 Dr. Jay B Karren, Extension Entomologist Revised September 2001 Alan H. Roe, Insect Diagnostician
Introduction
Springtails are small, abundant, wingless insects of the order Collembola that live in a variety of moist habitats. Because of their small size and micro- habitat, they are seldom observed. Most of them live in the soil or in other concealed situations. A cubic meter of soil may contain up to 100,000 springtails. Springtails are generally considered harmless. Feeding is mostly non- destructive but at times large numbers may invade greenhouses, swimming pools, or houses to become a nuisance.
Classification and Identification
Springtails are found throughout the world from the Arctic to the Antarctic regions. In the United States there are about 650 species, divided into 7 families. Springtails are either elongate or globular in shape, under 0.2 inch in length. They vary in color from white, gray, yellow, orange, gold, metallic green, lavender, red or some other color; some are even patterned or mottled. They are wingless, have chewing mouthparts, and undergo an ametabolous type of development. This type of development means there is little difference between the immature and adult forms except size.
Springtails get their name from a small spring-like organ attached to the end of the body. With this spring or furcula, individuals have the ability to propel themselves several inches into the air. Springtails are among the most primitive of insects.
Biology and Habits
Springtails prefer cool, dark, moist habitats of soil, leaf mold, fungi, moss, decaying wood and sometimes ant and termite nests. Some species are found on the surface of water, on vegetation, in caves and on patches of snow (so-called snowfleas). Their food generally consists of decaying vegetable matter, algae, lichens, pollen, and fungal spores.
Upon occasions springtails may become so abundant that they may feed on roots and cause damage to germinating seeds and tender shoots of seedlings in greenhouses and gardens. A few species have been known to cause damage in mushroom cellars. Often they build up tremendous numbers and become a nuisance pest on African violets, potted plants, and in
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propagation beds of greenhouses.
Springtails indoors are most commonly found in and around sinks, wash basins, and bathtubs, or very small cracks and crevices in the kitchen and bathroom. Indoors, these insects are merely nuisance pests. They do not transmit diseases or harm humans or pets, but may be found accidentally infesting foods and annoying people by crawling or hopping about on the skin. They can sometimes be troublesome swimming pool pests.
Another source of springtails indoors can be from potted plants with a rich soil mix. While most of their feeding activity is restricted to the organic matter in the soil, they occasionally feed on the tender shoots and root growth of these plants.
Springtails require damp, moist, or very humid environments. If their environment becomes very dry, springtails may invade homes searching for moisture, entering through window screens, open doors, or vent pipes. They can sometimes be introduced indoors on plants or other materials brought into the house.
Control
Springtail control can be achieved by altering the environment in a way that will reduce the humidity in the area or the moisture content of the soil. In naturally-damp indoor areas this can be accomplished by increased ventilation or artificial air movement from fans. Water leaks in the kitchen, bathroom, or other areas should be repaired since springtails are likely to persist as long as a source of moisture is present. Mildew or mold associated with water leaks should be removed. Wood window sills or other areas with water damage may harbor populations of springtails.
Outdoors, reduced watering and removal of accumulations of leaves or other decaying vegetable matter will help reduce numbers of springtails. If springtails are entering from outside, these efforts should be concentrated around the foundation of the house, doors, windows wells, and other potential entry areas.
Springtails in potted plants can be controlled by removal of any algae, fungus, or moss on the soil surface and by reducing watering. Re-potting with clean soil is another option to eliminate insects in the soil. Pressurized aerosols containing permethrin, pyrethrins, or resmethrin can be applied to many types of house plants. Consult the product label for specific plants and directions.
Indoor homeowner-type insecticides labeled for springtail control include certain formulations containing bifenthrin, carbaryl, or diazinon. Many of these are aerosols or ready-to-use formulations. Insecticides for use indoors by commercial applicators include certain formulations containing the above active ingredients, plus some containing chlorpyrifos, cyfluthrin, deltamethrin, or prallethrin.
Outdoor homeowner-type insecticides labeled for springtail control include certain formulations of bifenthrin, carbaryl, chlorpyrifos, deltamethrin, and diazinon. Commercial outdoor insecticides include some formulations of the above, plus some containing fluvalinate, malathion, prallethrin, or pyrethrins.
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If large numbers of springtails are noted in garden soil, it is merely an indication that the soil has a good supply of organic matter. Control is rarely recommended or required. Outdoors, springtails can generally be considered beneficial insects since their contribution in breaking down organic matter in the soil far outweighs any damage they cause.
Precautionary Statement
All pesticides have both benefits and risks. Benefits can be maximized and risks minimized by reading and following the labeling. Pay close attention to the directions for use and the precautionary statements. The information on pesticide labels contains both instructions and limitations. Pesticide labels are legal documents, and it is a violation of both federal and state laws to use a pesticide inconsistent with its labeling. The pesticide applicator is legally responsible for proper use. Always read and follow the label.
Springtails
Fact Sheet No. 9 Dr. Jay B Karren, Extension Entomologist Revised September 2001 Alan H. Roe, Insect Diagnostician
Introduction
Springtails are small, abundant, wingless insects of the order Collembola that live in a variety of moist habitats. Because of their small size and micro- habitat, they are seldom observed. Most of them live in the soil or in other concealed situations. A cubic meter of soil may contain up to 100,000 springtails. Springtails are generally considered harmless. Feeding is mostly non- destructive but at times large numbers may invade greenhouses, swimming pools, or houses to become a nuisance.
Classification and Identification
Springtails are found throughout the world from the Arctic to the Antarctic regions. In the United States there are about 650 species, divided into 7 families. Springtails are either elongate or globular in shape, under 0.2 inch in length. They vary in color from white, gray, yellow, orange, gold, metallic green, lavender, red or some other color; some are even patterned or mottled. They are wingless, have chewing mouthparts, and undergo an ametabolous type of development. This type of development means there is little difference between the immature and adult forms except size.
Springtails get their name from a small spring-like organ attached to the end of the body. With this spring or furcula, individuals have the ability to propel themselves several inches into the air. Springtails are among the most primitive of insects.
Biology and Habits
Springtails prefer cool, dark, moist habitats of soil, leaf mold, fungi, moss, decaying wood and sometimes ant and termite nests. Some species are found on the surface of water, on vegetation, in caves and on patches of snow (so-called snowfleas). Their food generally consists of decaying vegetable matter, algae, lichens, pollen, and fungal spores.
Upon occasions springtails may become so abundant that they may feed on roots and cause damage to germinating seeds and tender shoots of seedlings in greenhouses and gardens. A few species have been known to cause damage in mushroom cellars. Often they build up tremendous numbers and become a nuisance pest on African violets, potted plants, and in
Page 1 of 3Springtails
6/25/2003http://extension.usu.edu/insect/fs/springta.htm
propagation beds of greenhouses.
Springtails indoors are most commonly found in and around sinks, wash basins, and bathtubs, or very small cracks and crevices in the kitchen and bathroom. Indoors, these insects are merely nuisance pests. They do not transmit diseases or harm humans or pets, but may be found accidentally infesting foods and annoying people by crawling or hopping about on the skin. They can sometimes be troublesome swimming pool pests.
Another source of springtails indoors can be from potted plants with a rich soil mix. While most of their feeding activity is restricted to the organic matter in the soil, they occasionally feed on the tender shoots and root growth of these plants.
Springtails require damp, moist, or very humid environments. If their environment becomes very dry, springtails may invade homes searching for moisture, entering through window screens, open doors, or vent pipes. They can sometimes be introduced indoors on plants or other materials brought into the house.
Control
Springtail control can be achieved by altering the environment in a way that will reduce the humidity in the area or the moisture content of the soil. In naturally-damp indoor areas this can be accomplished by increased ventilation or artificial air movement from fans. Water leaks in the kitchen, bathroom, or other areas should be repaired since springtails are likely to persist as long as a source of moisture is present. Mildew or mold associated with water leaks should be removed. Wood window sills or other areas with water damage may harbor populations of springtails.
Outdoors, reduced watering and removal of accumulations of leaves or other decaying vegetable matter will help reduce numbers of springtails. If springtails are entering from outside, these efforts should be concentrated around the foundation of the house, doors, windows wells, and other potential entry areas.
Springtails in potted plants can be controlled by removal of any algae, fungus, or moss on the soil surface and by reducing watering. Re-potting with clean soil is another option to eliminate insects in the soil. Pressurized aerosols containing permethrin, pyrethrins, or resmethrin can be applied to many types of house plants. Consult the product label for specific plants and directions.
Indoor homeowner-type insecticides labeled for springtail control include certain formulations containing bifenthrin, carbaryl, or diazinon. Many of these are aerosols or ready-to-use formulations. Insecticides for use indoors by commercial applicators include certain formulations containing the above active ingredients, plus some containing chlorpyrifos, cyfluthrin, deltamethrin, or prallethrin.
Outdoor homeowner-type insecticides labeled for springtail control include certain formulations of bifenthrin, carbaryl, chlorpyrifos, deltamethrin, and diazinon. Commercial outdoor insecticides include some formulations of the above, plus some containing fluvalinate, malathion, prallethrin, or pyrethrins.
Page 2 of 3Springtails
6/25/2003http://extension.usu.edu/insect/fs/springta.htm
If large numbers of springtails are noted in garden soil, it is merely an indication that the soil has a good supply of organic matter. Control is rarely recommended or required. Outdoors, springtails can generally be considered beneficial insects since their contribution in breaking down organic matter in the soil far outweighs any damage they cause.
Precautionary Statement
All pesticides have both benefits and risks. Benefits can be maximized and risks minimized by reading and following the labeling. Pay close attention to the directions for use and the precautionary statements. The information on pesticide labels contains both instructions and limitations. Pesticide labels are legal documents, and it is a violation of both federal and state laws to use a pesticide inconsistent with its labeling. The pesticide applicator is legally responsible for proper use. Always read and follow the label.
