Teeny bugs on my floaters

[Lauren A]

Hi,

Before I say anything, I take very good care of my tanks.  This is my bettas home.  A 10 gallon planted tank.  Its cleaned once a week.  I noticed last week and yesterday before my water changes that I have these teeny bugs jumping around the waters surface and hanging out on my floaters.  Maybe nibbling on them but it’s hard to tell.

 

I thought springtails or water fleas (daphnia). If they are harmless it’s all good but if not, I could use some help.  It is real hard to get a pic due yo their size.  
 

I appreciate any help or advice.  After my water changes they seem to lay off for a couple days.  They jump.  Thx so much!!!!
 

Edited January 16, 2022 by Lauren A

[Native Keeper]

whatever they are, ur betta is likely eating them. Keep an eye on the floaters, and if they start to develop holes in their leaves, then try to eliminate the critters. If they aren't affecting anything, just leave em, free fish food!

[BETTA999]

those are spring tails and are sign of good biology in your aquarium and they ar harm less

[Levi_Aquatics]

If there aren’t any obvious negative effects from them I wouldn’t be too worried. I bet your betta loves eating them!

[Lauren A]

On 1/16/2022 at 2:56 PM, bettta999 said:

those are spring tails and are sign of good biology in your aquarium and they ar harm less

I’m happy to hear that it’s a good sign!  It’s funny because I noticed my betta Archie was looking up at the floaters more and couldn’t figure out why.   I think he is snacking on them.  😂. Thank you for your help!

Hi @HydraSlayer and @Levi_Aquaticsthank you for your help with this!