Armadillidium gestroi "White"

Keeping Parameters:

• Temperature: 20–26 °C
• Humidity: moderate
• Ventilation/Air Circulation: medium to high
• Difficulty: medium

The isopods are sold in groups of 10. Armadillidium gestroi "White" is a striking color variant of Armadillidium gestroi, characterized by a significantly lighter, whitish to cream-colored base coloration. The animals possess the typical strongly arched, armored body shape of this species and exhibit pronounced rolling behavior (volvation). Due to their light appearance, this form is one of the particularly popular breeding variants in the hobby.

These animals are from our own breeding stock. These isopods originally come from Italy. When purchased, the isopods are shipped in mixed age and size stages to ensure an optimal start for a successful breeding colony.

The isopods feed on various forest materials such as rotten wood and leaf litter. In addition, supplementary feeds such as calcium (e.g., cuttlebone or limestone) and proteins should be offered as part of a balanced diet. Various vegetables are also readily accepted. Vegetables from the onion family (garlic, leeks, onions) should be avoided, as should iceberg lettuce.

A well-ventilated terrarium with clearly separated moist and drier areas (humidity gradient) supports stable keeping and successful reproduction. Waterlogging should be avoided, while a constant calcium supply promotes shell development.