Josh's Frogs Temperate Springtail Collembola Culture Live Feed Reptile Food
In a Nutshell
- Most reviews report receiving only charcoal.
- Several customers mention mold or dead springtails.
- overall quality and value are low
- Chewy's customer service received some positive mentions.
Quick Verdict
The product is generally considered a waste of money due to the lack of living springtails. Several customers received only charcoal, and some mentioned mold or dead springtails. Chewy had positive mentions for customer service but overall the product has low quality.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Product does not contain living springtails.
Prevention: Do not purchase this product.
Mold growth in the container.
Prevention: Check the container for mold before use.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
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No Springtails (8) critical
Many customers received only charcoal with no living springtails.
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Misleading Description (8) major
The product description does not accurately represent the contents.
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No Instructions (1) minor
Lack of clear instructions on how to revive the springtails.
Tip: Clearer instructions on how to revive the springtails would be helpful.
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Nobody — The product has consistently received negative reviews and is not recommended for purchase.
✗ Skip If
- • Everyone — The product does not contain living springtails as advertised and is a waste of money.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Wait a few days for any sign of life.
- 💡 Check for mold growth.
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Does the product contain living springtails?
Based on the reviews, the product does not contain living springtails.
What should I do if I receive only charcoal?
Contact Chewy for a refund.
Highlighted Reviews
"So I ordered this without really thinking about how hot it was and if the springtails would survive. Unfortunately they did not make it. I followed the instructions sent with it (to wait a few days for any sign of life). I got in touch with Chewy and got a full refund. I'm excited to order these aga..."
"I’ve bought many things of springtails before. You can easily see springtails moving around, but this, this was a container of charcoal that was turning moldy with 0 springtails. Complete waste of money. I’ll go back to my old source for springtails."
Bottom Line
Due to consistent reports of only charcoal and no living springtails, it's not recommended to purchase this product. If you do, be prepared for the possibility of receiving an empty container.