Seen many of these lately and cannot find them online. Possibly springtails? Though havent really noticed them jump. Usually just use my finger and even slightest touch and they get destroyed. Seen them most in my bathroom.
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It's definitely Springtails (Collembola).
Compare with these photos:
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www.pestsolutions.co.uk/
Springtails are very small insects.
This insect got its name from its tail (furculum), which allows them to jump.
But not all Springtails jump. There are species that do not jump. Read about it: agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/
'The name springtail comes from the insect's forked tail, called a furculum, which is found on most species. Normally a springtail holds its furculum under its body, but when disturbed will extend it quickly, jumping an inch or farther (for the larger species).
Underground species are less than 1 mm long and may not have a furculum. Under magnification, these non-jumping springtails can be positively identified by a tube-like structure (called a collophore) on the underside of the first segment of the abdomen.'
They do look like springtails.
Not sure - the bug is very small in your picture.
A really close-up is needed for identification but your bug has 2 antennas and not all bugs have these.
Silverfish really love dark, moist places so a bathroom is ideal.
Some notes about silverfish:
"Silverfish only thrive in areas of relative humidity between 75% and 95% and instinctively seek out enclosed, secluded places.
Silverfish need high humidity to survive and prefer warm, dark places. As a result, they typically gather in the bathroom, kitchen, laundry room and garage."
Here are some links that have suggestions but I would suggest you start working on removal soon before they build a larger colony.
ngpest.com/
if your bugs are not silverfish then check out booklice.
Booklice are similar but they are soft shell bugs and lighter in color.
I certainly agree that your bug resembles a springtail but since you said they did not jump I assumed it may not be a springtail.
The good part is that most of these bugs are killed in the same manner and usually with the same methods/products.
Springtails:
If you have a chronic, long-lasting indoor springtail infestation, it may be because the insects are living in potted plants or moist areas in walls or storage areas. Where there is moisture, fungal growth can sustain infestations. Springtails may infest wells, toilet bowl tanks, wet insulation, drains, moist basements and damp walls.
To control indoor infestations,
Spray vinegar directly on the springtails, and take a rag, and spread the vinegar around infested areas. The high acidity content of vinegar can burn and kill springtails. Let this sit for some time. After using vinegar to help with the immediate issues, wash down the infested surfaces with detergent and water.
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agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/
They dont have those antenna things on their behind so dont think its silverfish.
I have an up close pic of them but cant seem to upload it.
Thank you all!
Here is a close up pic.
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