Porcellio magnificus

Native Locale:  Spain
Reproductive Rate: Fast - seasonal breeders
Growth Rate:
Adult Size:  1.3"
Difficulty: Recommended for intermediate to experienced collectors.

 

From the Porcellionidae family, one of the largest isopod in length and can be identified by its bright orange color. Young magnificus display white antennae and uropods, as well as white on the skirts. This changes to orange as they mature.

The magnificus is a wild type isopod native to Spain.

Magificus prefers semi-arid environments with little humidity. A minimal moisture gradient ranging from a 1/4 moist-to-dry ratio. Good cross-ventilation is critical.

This isopod needs more space because adults (both males and females) can be territorial. Females aggressively protect their young babies and are known to bite other members they deem as a threat.

One expert recommends an enclosure no smaller than 15 quarts with plenty of individual hides.

Active at night to early morning. Can be fast movers. They cling tightly to wood in defense, as their flat bodies make it difficult to pick them up.

Sexually dimorphic - males have notably longer uropods.

AKA "Sowbug", thus cannot roll into a ball.

Captive bred. Colonies include various sizes/ages.

The pictures are for reference only and may not reflect the actual specimen you'll receive.