Armadilldium granulatum "Orange"

Armadillidium granulatum "Orange" is a large, stocky pill isopod that features a beautiful color mutation. Instead of the typical dark slate-grey base color, this morph has been selectively bred to have a bright, clean orange body. They still showcase the classic rows of pale yellow spots running down their backs, which look striking against the orange shell. The carapace has a distinct, rough texture covered in small bumps and granules. They roll into a tight, perfect ball when threatened, looking like a bright, colorful bead in the setup.

This isopod is perfect for beginners who want a hardy, colorful pet, as well as advanced collectors looking for a vibrant morph of a giant species. They are very bold and spend a lot of time out foraging openly on top of leaf litter and climbing cork bark, making them great for display enclosures. They also function well as a tough cleanup crew for temperate or Mediterranean bioactive setups, as they easily handle minor dips in humidity.

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Armadillidium granulatum "Orange"

ORIGIN: Originally from the Mediterranean region, with this specific orange color mutation isolated and stabilized in captivity.

DIFFICULTY: Very Easy / Beginner

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 18-26°C. They do perfectly at standard room temperatures without needing extra heating.

HUMIDITY & MOISTURE: 50-70% humidity. They need a basic moisture gradient rather than a soggy tropical environment. Keep roughly one-third of the enclosure damp with a patch of wet sphagnum moss, leaving the remaining two-thirds dry. Good ventilation is important to ensure the air stays fresh.

DIETARY NEEDS: Leaf litter and rotting wood make up their everyday diet. You should supplement them once or twice a week with easy protein sources like fish flakes or dried shrimp. Always keep a piece of cuttlefish bone or limestone in the bin so they have a constant source of calcium to grow their thick, bumpy shells.

ACTIVITY LEVELS: High. They are bold woodlice that are regularly out exploring their habitat during both the day and night.

REPRODUCTION RATE: Moderate. They are reliable, steady breeders, but they grow and establish at a measured pace rather than exploding in numbers instantly.

SIZES: You will get a robust mix of sizes ranging from growing juveniles to young adults. Fully grown adults are a large species, easily reaching between 2.0cm and 2.5cm in length. Fragile newborn babies are not intentionally packed, though some may be born while in transit.

PACKAGING: The woodlice travel in small ventilated plastic tubs filled with damp sphagnum moss. These tubs are packed safely inside a cardboard box padded with paper or cardboard to protect them from temperature shifts and shifting.

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20% OVERCOUNT: All isopod packages will come with a 20% overcount