Isopods

Scientific Name Armadillidium maculatum Common Name Zebra Isopod Care Level Moderate Lifespan 2-3 years Adult Size 0.5-0.8 inches (12-20 mm) Diet Detritivore Origin Balkan Peninsula Temperament Peaceful History & Domestication The Zebra Isopod, scientifically known as Armadillidium maculatum, is a unique and visually striking isopod native to the Balkan Peninsula. Its contrasting black and white stripes earned it the common […]

Scientific Name Asellus aquaticus Common Name Freshwater Sowbug Care Level Moderate Lifespan 2-3 years Adult Size 0.4-0.8 inches (10-20 mm) Diet Detritivore, omnivore Origin Europe and North America Temperament Peaceful History & Domestication The Freshwater Sowbug, scientifically known as Asellus aquaticus, is a commonly encountered invertebrate in the freshwaters of Europe and North America. Often mistaken for its close terrestrial […]

Scientific Name Trichorhina tomentosa Common Name Dwarf White Isopod Care Level Easy Lifespan 2-3 years Adult Size 0.12-0.2 inches (3-5 mm) Diet Detritivorous Origin Central and South America Temperament Docile History & Domestication The Dwarf White Isopod, native to Central and South America, has been a familiar name in the terrarium and vivarium hobby for several years. These tiny, white […]

Scientific Name Armadillidium vulgare Common Name Common Pillbug, Roly-Poly, Woodlouse Care Level Easy Lifespan 2-3 years Adult Size 0.5-0.8 inches (12-20 mm) Diet Detritivorous Origin Europe Temperament Docile History & Domestication The Common Pillbug, often affectionately referred to as the “roly-poly,” hails from Europe, but has since become widespread around the world. It is not truly a bug, but a […]