Smooth springtails
- Pronunciation
- /Smooth SPRING-taylz/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Smooth springtail
- Plural
- Smooth springtails
Definition
A family of springtails (Isotomidae) in the order Collembola.
Etymology
From their smooth, often lacking scales or hairs, appearance.
Example
Smooth springtails are commonly found in moist soil and leaf litter.