[huyvu]

I received a temperate springtails from josh's frogs yesterday. I immediately dumped it in a 6qt bin and added extra charcoal to almost fill the container. Then, I added 1.5 inches of distilled water and a couple pinch es of bakers yeast on top. So far, the yeast doesn't look like it has been touch and I see no springs on the surface.

I used my finger, dig up some of the charcoal, and can see a few springs.

Am I doing something wrong?

 

[huyvu]

So I checked on the culture today and I still don't see any springs on the surface. The lid isn't air tight, but loose enough for some air flow. I am sure the moisture on the surface is fine, since the top lid and sides are a bit foggy by condensation.

The bakers yeast and a few grain rice I placed two days ago are molding up, but I still don't see any springs on the surface eating it. It looks as if it hasn't been touched by the springs.

Do I have to wait a few more days? Is this normal?

 

[huyvu]

I will give it some more time.

I thought they would come up to the surface and eat by now. I thought I was doing something wrong.

I feel a lot better now

Thanks everyone who reply.