Yes, they are called Springtails or 'Compost mites' Not thought to be particularly harmful, I had a bad infestation but put my bagged compost in the freezer for a few days.Anyone ever dealt with a mite that comes from your waste? Maybe a grain mite feeding on rotten materials? I have not seen any damage or pests on my plants. As many as I have in the trash bag I would think if they were plant eaters I would have noticed elsewhere.
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Not sure about that, but I noticed the DO jump at times, so assumed they are the Springtails. Ive read somewhere they eat fruit-fly gnat larvae too. Ive grown several crops with them in the soil, but never seen them actually on the plant.I have springtails in the soil, do they have different species? The springtails I have identified are dark with longer bodies.
Yes I do, was just hoping someone could ease my mind. Grew up as a "Knowing is half the battle" kid hahaYou know there is mites everywhere. On your body, in your bed, on your couch, in your hair.