Spanish Orange Isopod
Porcellio scaber 'Orange'
A punchy solid-orange Porcellio scaber that breeds like a common but looks like a designer.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Adult size
- 15-18mm
- Temperature
- 65-75°F
- Humidity
- 55-70%
- Diet
- Leaf litter, decaying wood, occasional protein
- Stock
- 55 available
About this species
All the toughness of a standard Porcellio scaber with a rich solid-orange color that stands out beautifully against dark substrate. A great budget-friendly way to add color to a colony without sacrificing hardiness or breeding speed.
Care notes
- •Same easy-care requirements as standard Porcellio scaber.
- •Handles a range of humidity levels — very forgiving for new keepers.
- •Fast, reliable breeder — good producer for cleanup crew stock.
- •Color intensifies with a varied diet including leaf litter and hardwood bark.
Shipping & live arrival
Every order ships in an insulated box with heat or cold packs as needed for your local weather, plus moist substrate and air holes for the trip. If anything arrives deceased, we replace it or refund it — no questions asked.
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