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Collembola-Springtails

Hypogastruridae

Hypogastrura sp.

Springtails
Springtails are one of the most common insects in Colorado. They are sometimes found congregating on snowfields. Linda Corwine photographed these "snow fleas" on snow along a road in southern Montrose County in February 2007.Springtails or "snow fleas". Photo by Linda Corwin