Porcellio bolivari Isopods

Porcellio bolivari

Size: up tp 30mm.

These isopods have a distinguishing feature of very very large antennae!  They can be very very fast compared to a lot of other large species who move much slower. 

Life span: up to 3 years.

Native to: Spain

Terrarium: Your terrarium should be a blend of decomposing leaves, wood and black earth. Additionally you can add a variety of the following: sand, sphagnum moss, cork bark, hard wood tree bark, clean black earth (potting soil without chemicals or fertilizers). Great hiding spots can be created for your species with different types of moss, leaves and barks. Ensure your terrarium has a lid, and is ventilated. 

Temperature: 20 - 26°C

Humidity: 2/3

Diet: Isopods are detritivores: primary food is rotting/dead plant matter. They will also eat small amounts of protein, certain fruits and vegetables (carrots, potato, apples). Protein can be provided through: fish flakes, other dead insects such as crickets or mealworms. 

Difficulty: Moderate

Reproductive rate: Prolific once established.