Family: Entomobryidae (Entomobryid springtails) » Species: Entomobrya multifasciata (Tullberg, 1871)
Length 2 mm. A distinctly banded springtail with a characteristic pattern of 2 forward pointing triangles near the posterior edge readily help identify this species. Seen throughout the year in various habitats, amongst leaf-litter and agricultural crops. Common and widespread.
Photos: Found in back garden, South Staffordshire. © Peter Hillman.
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