The numbers
Enclosure
12 L+ tub
Diet
Leaf litter, rotting wood, veg, protein · Continuous; protein/veg regularly
Temperature
20–26°C
Humidity
60–75% (drier, well-ventilated)
Identity
Order / Family
Isopoda
IUCN / CITES
Not evaluated; no CITES listing
Difficulty
Intermediate
Commonality
Popular large display isopod
Adult size
Up to ~2.5–3 cm (a giant)
Lifespan
2–3 yrs
Growth rate
Moderate
Activity & niche
Surface detritivore
Temperament
Peaceful, active
Venom / defense
Harmless detritivore; does not roll
Enclosure and conditions
Temperature
20–26°C
Humidity
60–75% (drier, well-ventilated)
Min. enclosure
12 L+ tub
Substrate
Coco/soil + leaf litter + rotting wood + limestone
Hides / decor / water
Cork bark, leaf litter; mostly drier with moist corner
Diet
Staple food
Leaf litter, rotting wood, veg, protein
Feeding frequency
Continuous; protein/veg regularly
Supplements
Cuttlebone / calcium available
Behaviour and handling
Handling
Safe; harmless
Communal
Yes – colony/communal
Defense / stress signs
Hiding if too wet
Reproduction
Reproduction
Marsupium brooders; slower than laevis
Common health problems
Common health issues
SignsSensitive to stagnant/over-wet conditions
Red flags / quarantine
SignsQuarantine; needs ventilation
Good to know
- One of the largest woodlice kept — a striking orange 'giant canyon' display species.
Others in this group
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