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Porcellionides Pruinosus was among the first commercially available isopods thanks to their hardiness and flexibility with environmental habitats. They are close as you can get to "bullet proof" when it comes to isopods making them a hands down best choice for beginners and/or non traditional isopod set ups that may be more arid. Powder Blue Isopods have a soft fragile body and a velvety appearance and texture. The blue is more of a blue-gray mix. They are pleasantly daytime and night time active making them an excellent display species. They are generally not shy at all and are quite voracious feeders. descending on a food source and devouring it as if it were their last. Basic husbandry for this species is straight forward and offers moderate flexibility. They thrive in humid or semi arid set ups so long as they have a nook that is consistently moist so they can rehydrate as needed. Just provide them a standard moisture gradient in their enclosure along with the typical isopod foods consisting of varied veggies like carrots, radishes, squashes and so on. They are fond of powdered isopod diets like Repashy Morning Wood and Bug Burger as well. Being in the Porcellio family, they are no exception in the fact that they relish protein based foods like freeze dried shrimp or minnows. Similar items like fish flakes, shrimp pellets and dried insects are also consumed readily. When provided with the basic care needs they will reproduce quite readily and potentially fast. To learn more beyond the very basic care parameters stated here,  see our full care guide for Porcellionides Pruinosus which has comprehensive expanded details for all care aspects of this rewarding and entertaining isopod! Quick Facts Origin: Europe Classification: Porcellionidae > Porcellionides > Porcellionides Pruinosus Characteristics Average Size: Around 0.50" inch Activity Level: Highly active both day and night Difficulty: Easy

Porcellionides Pruinosus was among the first commercially available isopods thanks to their hardiness and flexibility with environmental habitats. They are close as you can get to "bullet proof" when it comes to isopods making them a hands down best choice for beginners and/or non traditional isopod set ups that may be more arid. Powder Orange Isopods were derived from selective trait line breeding from their counterparts the powder blue. They have a soft fragile body and a velvety appearance and texture. The oranges can range from bright and vibrant to deep and rich. They are pleasantly daytime and night time active making them an excellent display species. They are generally not shy at all and are quite voracious feeders. descending on a food source and devouring it as if it were their last. Basic husbandry for this species is stright forward and offers moderate flexibility. They thrive in humid or semi arid set ups so long as they have a nook that is consistently moist so they can rehydrate as needed. Just provide them a standard moisture gradient in their enclosure along with the typical isopod foods consisting of varied veggies like carrots, radishes, squashes and so on. They are fond of powdered isopod diets like Repashy Morning Wood and Bug Burger as well. Being in the Porcellio family, they are no exception in the fact that they relish protien based foods like freeze dried shrimp or minnows. Similar items like fish flakes, shrimp pellets and dried insects are also consumed readily. When provided with the basic care needs they will reproduce quite readily and potentially fast. To learn more beyond the very basic care parameters stated here,  see our full care guide for Porcellionides Pruinosus "Powder Orange" which has comprehensive expanded details for all care aspects of this rewarding and entertaining isopod! Quick Facts Origin: Europe Classification: Porcellionidae > Porcellionides > Porcellionides Pruinosus Characteristics Average Size: Around 0.50" inch Activity Level: Highly active both day and night Difficulty: Easy

Our premium 6 blend isopod leaf litter mix contains a fantastic varied mix of dried hard wood leaf litter types! This unique mixture provides a valuable assortment your isopods will absolutely devour! In each bag you will find the following: Live Oak Magnolia Red Oak Indian Almond Assorted maple types Other assorted hardwood leaf types like white oak, sycamore and birch Please note each bag of leaf litter will contain around 30-50% crushed leaves with the remainder being whole or very close. This gives you some that's already partially broken down and easier for the isopods to eat along with some for other purposes where whole leaves are more desirable.  Leaf litter is a valuable tool for the isopod enclosure beyond just food. You can spread 1-2 thin layers directly on top of some sphagnum moss. The leaves will insulate the moisture content thus reducing the frequency you need to add water for a consistent moisture gradient. This also benefits the isopods by creating additional hiding spots and "micro climates" where they can feel secure. Parts of our premium 6 blend leaf litter is ethically sourced locally on private property that is not treated with pesticides. Other components not native to our area are sourced in the same manner from partnered businesses that ship them to us to undergo a treatment processes before they are considered finished and suitable for our valued customers. We have a strict in house process to ensure you receive quality leaf litter safe for isopods while also sparing you the time consuming treatment process.   Our Leaf Litter Treatment Process 1. Leaves are rinsed under an RO (reverse osmosis) water faucet to remove dust, dirt, and any other small debris. This also washes away any unwanted hitchhikers like small insects, spiders or other invertebrates.  2. Next the leaves are placed in a sealed container of RO water to soak for 24 hours. This further ensures other possible unwanted pests are eliminated while also allowing any remaining dirt or debris to soften and separate from the leaves.  3. After 24 hours the leaves get a quick secondary rinse to wash away any remaining particulates.  4. We then light bake the leaves in small batches for 15-25 minutes. Enough for them to dry, but not cooked to a crisp which would rob them of the valuable nutrients your isopods need to thrive. 5. Lastly the leaves are given a good visual inspection as they are packed into their respective quart and gallon bags. Please kindly note though we go great lengths to ensure all leaf litters are thoroughly treated and hitchhiker free, mother nature has a way to sometimes surprise all of us. With that said, we highly recommend you visually inspect your leaves before placing them in your isopod enclosure. 

Red oak leaves are characterized by their deciduous alternate lobe arrangement with bristle tips. They have an elegant look and make a great addition for bioactive enclosures and an equally great food source for isopods. Aged red oak leaves are somewhat rigid, and will not break down as quickly as other leaf litter types. Yet they are still soft enough that your isopods can nibble on them and get nourishment without completely stripping the edible parts away quickly. Please note each bag of leaf litter will contain around 30-50% crushed leaves with the remainder whole or very close. This gives you some that's already partially broken down and easier for the isopods to eat along with some for other purposes where whole leaves are more desirable.  Red oak leaves are also well suited for retaining humidity in your enclosure. Just put 1-2 thin layers directly on top of some sphagnum moss. The leaves will insulate the moisture content thus reducing the frequency you need to add water for a consistent moisture gradient. This also benefits the isopods by creating additional hiding spots where they can feel secure. Our red oak leaf litter is ethically sourced locally on private property that is not treated with pesticides. We have a strict in house process to ensure you receive quality leaf litter safe for isopods while also sparing you the time consuming treatment process.   Our Leaf Litter Treatment Process 1. Leaves are rinsed under an RO (reverse osmosis) water faucet to remove dust, dirt, and any other small debris. This also washes away any unwanted hitchhikers like small insects, spiders or other invertebrates.  2. Next the leaves are placed in a sealed container of RO water to soak for 24 hours. This further ensures other possible unwanted pests are eliminated while also allowing any remaining dirt or debris to soften and separate from the leaves.  3. After 24 hours the leaves get a quick secondary rinse to wash away any remaining particulates.  4. We then light bake the leaves in small batches for 15-25 minutes. Enough for them to dry, but not cooked to a crisp which would rob them of the valuable nutrients your isopods need to thrive. 5. Lastly the leaves are given a good visual inspection as they are packed into their respective quart and gallon bags.   Please note although we do take stringent and thorough steps to ensure your leaf litter is good to go as is, mother nature sometimes has a way of surprising us. With that said, we highly recommend you also give the leaves a good look over before placing them in with your isopods. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Bug Burger is an excellent option to suppliment your isopods diet. It's packed with nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Bug Burger is a superb option we highly recommend, an isopods primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but it will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some protein like fish pellets or freeze dried minnows should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Morning Wood is a high quality top choice supplemental food option for your isopods. It's packed with nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Morning Wood is a superb option we highly recommend, an isopods primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but it will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some protein like fish pellets or freeze dried minnows should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Grasshopper Pie is a high quality top choice supplemental food option for your isopods. It's packed with nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Grasshopper Pie is ideal for the more protein hungry type isopods like Porcellio but is also good for any other species. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Grasshopper Pie is a superb option we highly recommend, an isopods primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but it will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some protein like fish pellets or freeze dried minnows should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Meat Pie is ideal for all isopods. Especially types like most Porcellio that relish and devour protein based foods. It's packed with beneficial nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Especially our Porcellio Laevis isopods. Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Meat Pie is a superb option for all isopods their primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but generally will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some other protein sources like fish pellets, freeze dried minnows and/or shrimp should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Morning Wood is a high quality top choice supplemental food option for your isopods. It's packed with nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Morning Wood is a superb option we highly recommend, an isopods primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but it will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some protein like fish pellets or freeze dried minnows should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Made right here in the USA, Repashy Super Worm Pie is a high quality top choice supplemental food option for your isopods. It's packed with nutrients and can be served as is in powder form or mixed with water to create a gel. Either way, isopods love this stuff! Our 50+ species we culture waste no time to eat up any powdered Repashy diet we offer them a few times a week. Repashy makes numerous other blends that are completely suitable to offer your isopods so they can have some variety. Please note, while Repashy Superworm Pie is a superb option we highly recommend, an isopods primary diet should always consist of dried leaf litter and decayed wood. These two items must always be available in abundance. Isopods have evolved as detrivores consuming any dead plant and/or animal matter they encounter in the wild. Strictly feeding powdered diets may seem logical, but it will not work for isopods. So limit supplemental diets to a few times a week for best results. Mixed veggies and some protein like fish pellets or freeze dried minnows should also be offered on a supplemental basis as well. 

Sinodillo Sp. is a unique captivating isopod with a dark base ranging from navy blue to black with a fiery red colored head and skirt. The red coloring sometimes traverses the entire outer carapace in the form of random spotting and/or small lines. For isopods they move extremely fast! They will quickly scatter to hide when exposed and best observed at night when they are naturally active. They are somewhat petite maxing in size at around 1/2 inch but exceptional individuals can grow slightly larger from time to time. They are native China and parts of Vietnam. They are not overly difficult to care for and are relatively easy to culture with good consistent care. A starter group of 10-15 individuals can be kept in a small enclosure like a 6qt storage bin or small glass tank. Natural botanicals are a great way to decorate your enclosure in a way that mimics the isopods natural habitat. They are also fond of concave cork bark which they can often be found huddled up in small groups. Average room temperatures are suitable, but some keepers report they thrive in slightly cooler temperatures. A standard moisture gradient works well but avoid things getting too dry as they are sensitive to arid conditions. Isopods have evolved to be detrivores with their primary diet being decayed organic matter. In the wild this is largely things like soft rotting wood and dried leaf litter along with any other deceased plant or animal they might stumble upon. Supplemental vegetables items like carrots, squash, potatoes and similar are readily accepted. Commercial powdered isopod diets like Repashy Morning Wood are also highly recommended. A serving or two of protein each week is appreciated and devoured. Fish pellets, freeze dried shrimp or minnows are just a few types these isopods will eat without hesitation. These fascinating isopods make an excellent addition to any collection. Especially if you want something a bit less run of the mill. Being in the Armadillidae genus, they will roll into a ball (conglobate) when they are frightened or feel threatened. Their gorgeous coloration and unique patterns never get old to admire.  Quick Facts Origin: Native to South China and parts of Vietnam Classification: Armadillidae > Sinodillo > Vietnam Average Size: 0.45" to .50" inch Care Level: Intermediate

Trachelipus Caucasius is an odd ball isopod not quite known and popular as other species. None the less they are more than deserving of some love and recognition. This unique crustacean originates from Georgia (the country), Turkey and select areas around the black sea. They are on the larger size with some reaching close to 1 inch! They are a beginner friendly species and are relatively easy to keep. They colored edging ranges from orange to peach or a very light pink on some. These colors contrast nicely with their dark base color giving them visual appeal when they're out and about. For housing they need a bit more space to accommodate their larger body sizes. A 12 quart sterilite gasket sealed bin or medium sized glass tank measuring at least 18-24 long by 12 or more inches wide is ideal for a starter colony with some room to grow. Enclosures can be enhanced with natural botanical items to simulate the isopods habitat in the wild. This helps them feel secure which in turn promotes their natural processes like eating and breeding. A good temperature range for this species is 72-80F leaning more towards the warmer end if possible. Trachelipus Caucasius is somewhat dry tolerant but as always ensure they have some access to moisture so they can rehydrate as needed. A standard moisture gradient comparable to Vulgare or Klugii isopods will suit them just fine. A few pieces of cork bark strategically placed over different parts of the enclosure will help retain the humidity levels and reduce the frequency of watering needed to maintain a proper moisture gradient while also providing beneficial micro climates. Isopods are detritivores. Their primary diet in nature is leaf litter and decayed wood. Both of these should always be available in abundance. They will also happily consume any other decomposing organic plant or animal matter they come across. As such it is vital to supplement your isopods with other food sources on a semi regular basis. They enjoy food options like squash, radishes, carrots and other veggies along with commercial isopod powdered food like Repashy. They also do appreciate some protein occasionally which can be things like freeze dried minnows, shrimp, fish pellets, dried insects and other protein based food sources. Be sure to feed these on the drier side as they can spoil quickly in humid environments and attract unwanted pests.  Trachelipus Caucasius is a fun unique isopod that serves well as clean up crew or beginner option if you're new to isopods. They have fascinating color contrast and get on the larger size for terrestrial isopods. They're not overly sensitive so a small amount of neglect will typically not be detrimental. This less than mainstream isopod species can make a great pet or terrarium addition for your needs! Quick Facts Origin: Georgia, Turkey and areas around the Black Sea Taxonomy: Trachelipodidae > Trachelipus > Caucasius Average Size: 0.70" inch to 0.80" inch Activity level: Mostly active at night. Some day activity in large numbers Difficulty: Easy

The Troglodillo isopod genus has some amazing little gems still fairly rare to the hobby at this time. These isopods are somewhat flat overall and have a face similar to the coveted Rubber Ducky adding to their appeal. Their body structure is sturdy with well defined segments. Almost like a little compact tank! Troglodillo Sp. Green Spot may be the king/queen of them all! Their various shades of iridescent green mottling over a dark base is nothing short of breath taking. They are a bit more particular in their care needs and are not recommended for beginners or those with limited isopod experience.  For housing 6 quart gasket sealed storage bin or small glass aquarium with tight fitting lid is sufficient for a small starter culture of 10-15 individuals. Standard or bioactive enclosures can be enhanced with natural botanical items to simulate the isopods habitat in the wild. This helps them feel secure which in turn promotes their natural processes like eating and breeding. Green Spot isopods are largely cave dwellers originating from Thailand. They need a sub tropical to tropical environment with slightly higher temps and humidity than your average isopod. 70F to 80F is their comfort zone. Slight dips into the mid 60's at night are of no consequence. Small deviations in temperature are not detrimental, but do whatever you need based on your enclosure set up to avoid large swings in either direction. A sharp moisture gradient with 70% moist and the remainder no less than slightly dry works well for them. They do enjoy and utilize some dry area so set up your enclosure to facilitate this type of gradient. A few pieces of cork bark strategically placed will help retain the humidity levels and reduce the frequency of watering needed to maintain a reasonably consistent environment. Isopods are detritivores. Their primary diet in nature is leaf litter and decayed wood. Both of these should always be available in abundance. They will also happily consume any other decomposing organic plant or animal matter they come across. As such it is vital to supplement your isopods with other food sources on a semi regular basis. They enjoy food options like squash, radishes, carrots and other veggies along with commercial isopod powdered food like Repashy. They also need some occasional protein in their diets which can be things like freeze dried minnows, shrimp, fish pellets, dried insects and other protein based food sources. Be sure to feed these on the drier side as they can spoil quickly in humid environments and attract unwanted pests. Provide them a steady source of cuttlebone for calcium. Ours are also provided small chunks of Texas holy rock which they seem to gravitate towards since it very closely mimics the caves they frequent in their native habitat. If you're an experienced keeper with a firm foundation on isopod 101. Troglodillo Green Spot may be the rare and exceptional isopod worthy of your next addition! Origin: Asia Classification: Armadillidiidae > Troglodillo > Green Spot Average Size: 1/2" to 3/4" inch Activity level: Primarily nocturnal. Some daytime activity is normal with large cultures. Difficulty: Advanced

The Troglodillo isopod genus has some amazing little gems still fairly rare to the hobby at this time. These isopods are somewhat flat overall and have a face similar to the coveted Rubber Ducky adding to their appeal. Their body structure is sturdy with well defined segments. Almost like a little compact tank! Troglodillo Sp. Sunset was previously defined in taxonomy as "Cubaris Sunset Queen", but this has since been revised. T. Sunset is a fascinating isopod being largely orange in several different hues per specimen ranging in shades from bright to average. They have nice contrasting brown coloring more so evident on the rear section. The exact shades and transitions of color are variable but overall each one resembles a work of art you'll never get tired of admiring. Thankfully these not so main stream isopods are not extensively difficult to keep, but they do have a few specific needs you'll want to ensure you adhere to so they can thrive. For housing 6 quart gasket sealed storage bin or small glass aquarium with tight fitting lid is sufficient for a small starter culture of 10-15 individuals. Standard or bioactive enclosures can be enhanced with natural botanical items to simulate the isopods habitat in the wild. This helps them feel secure which in turn promotes their natural processes like eating and breeding. Sunset isopods are largely cave dwellers originating from Thailand. They need a sub tropical to tropical environment with slightly higher temps and humidity than your average isopod. High 70s to low 80s F is their comfort zone. Small deviations in temperature are not detrimental, but do whatever you need based on your enclosure set up to avoid large swings in either direction. A small moisture gradient with 70% moist and the remainder no less than slightly dry seems to work well for them. The soil should be mostly moist but not soggy! Just ensure neither side gets anywhere remotely close to dry. A few pieces of cork bark strategically placed will help retain the humidity levels and reduce the frequency of watering needed to maintain a reasonably consistent environment. Isopods are detritivores. Their primary diet in nature is leaf litter and decayed wood. Both of these should always be available in abundance. They will also happily consume any other decomposing organic plant or animal matter they come across. As such it is vital to supplement your isopods with other food sources on a semi regular basis. They enjoy food options like squash, radishes, carrots and other veggies along with commercial isopod powdered food like Repashy. They also need some occasional protein in their diets which can be things like freeze dried minnows, shrimp, fish pellets, dried insects and other protein based food sources. Be sure to feed these on the drier side as they can spoil quickly in humid environments and attract unwanted pests. Provide them a steady source of cuttlebone for calcium. Ours are also provided small chunks of Texas holy rock which they seem to gravitate towards since it very closely mimics the caves they frequent in their native habitat. If you are looking for an isopod that's unique, not overly difficult and has exceptional visual appeal then the Troglodillo Sunset is for you! Quick Facts Origin: Thailand Classification: Armadillidiidae > Troglodillo > Sunset Average Size: 1/2" to 3/4" inch Activity level: Primarily nocturnal. Some daytime activity is normal with large cultures. Difficulty: Intermediate