Reptile Deli Armadillidium peraccae Isopods: The Rolling Cleanup Crew & Bioactive Stars!

Introducing Reptile Deli Armadillidium peraccae Isopods, the charming and effective stars of your bioactive terrarium! These captivating crustaceans are a highly sought-after species known for their unique ability to roll into a perfect ball when threatened, a trait shared with pill bugs. With their beautiful, pearlescent grey bodies and calm demeanor, they add a touch of personality and wonder to any enclosure. Not only are they a joy to watch, but they are also a diligent and effective member of your tank's cleanup crew.

Why choose Reptile Deli Armadillidium peraccae Isopods?

• Charming "Roly-Poly" Behavior: Armadillidium peraccae isopods are famous for their ability to curl into a tight ball, providing them protection from predators. This delightful behavior makes them an engaging and fun species to observe as they go about their work.

• Effective Cleanup Crew: These isopods are excellent decomposers! They diligently consume waste, decaying plant matter, and mold, working tirelessly to maintain a pristine and healthy environment for your reptiles or amphibians. Their appetite for detritus helps prevent harmful bacteria and fungi from taking over.

• Essential for Soil Health: As they burrow and forage, Armadillidium peraccae isopods aerate the soil and cycle nutrients, which is crucial for the health of your terrarium plants and the stability of the entire ecosystem. They are a vital part of a healthy bioactive substrate.

• Hardy & Resilient: This species is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels. This makes them an excellent choice for a variety of vivariums and a great starting point for those new to keeping Armadillidium species.

• Fascinating to Observe: Their shy yet active nature and unique appearance make them a joy to watch. They often forage in the substrate, providing a glimpse into the hidden world of your terrarium's ecosystem.

Complete your bioactive setup and support your new colony with these top-quality products:

• Reptile Deli Springtails: The perfect partner for your isopods! Springtails work on a micro-level, cleaning up mold and detritus that isopods might miss, creating the ultimate cleanup crew synergy.

• Reptile Deli Bioactive Substrate: A specially formulated blend of organic materials that provides the perfect home for your isopods and plants, promoting healthy soil and a thriving ecosystem.

• Reptile Deli Isopod & Springtail Food: A nutritious, all-in-one food mix that ensures your cleanup crew is healthy, happy, and multiplying rapidly. This supplement helps them thrive when there isn't enough decaying matter in the enclosure.

• Reptile Deli Cork Bark & Leaf Litter: Essential for providing your isopods with shelter, moisture retention, and a natural food source. They love to hide and forage beneath these natural materials.

[Quick Care Guide]

1. Housing: A small container (like a shoebox-sized plastic tub) with good ventilation works well. Use a bioactive substrate as a base.
2.  Substrate: We recommend our BIO MIX, but if you would like to make your own,  mix of coconut coir, compost, and sphagnum moss is ideal. Keep one side of the substrate moist and allow the other to be slightly drier. 
3. Temperature & Humidity: Maintain a temperature between 68-78°F (20-25°C). Keep humidity moderate, providing a humid hide with wet sphagnum moss.
4.  Food: Offer a varied diet of decaying leaf litter, soft rotting wood, and occasional supplements like Reptile Deli Isopod & Springtail Food, fresh vegetables (like carrots or zucchini), and calcium powder.
5. Maintenance: Mist the moist side of the enclosure as needed to prevent it from drying out. Replenish food sources and leaf litter every few weeks. With proper care, your colony will flourish!