Porcellio scaber “Yellow Snow”

Porcellio scaber “Yellow Snow” – Bright eye-catcher in the isopod tank

Porcellio scaber “Yellow Snow” is a particularly striking color form of the well-known woodlouse Porcellio scaber. This variant combines a very light, almost whitish base color with yellowish markingswhich creates an extraordinary contrast. It is precisely this combination that is visually reminiscent of snow with warm color accents and has given this cultivar its special name.

The animals reach a size of about 1.5 to 2 cm and thus belong to the medium-sized isopod species. At the same time, they show a very active behaviorwhich is why they can often be observed in the terrarium. If they feel disturbed, they quickly flee under leaves, wood or bark.

A classic isopod terrarium is suitable for keeping classic isopod terrarium as well as a well ventilated plastic box. Just one container from about 5 liters volume is sufficient for a small group. Nevertheless, stable colonies develop much better in larger tanks with sufficient structure.

The recommended substrate is nutrient-rich substrate from forest humus, leaves and white rotten wood. In addition, a thick layer of leaves on the substrate, as it serves as food on the one hand and offers numerous hiding places on the other.

The terrarium should a humid and a drier area own. This allows the animals to choose where they want to be. At the same time, this structure prevents the entire substrate from becoming too wet. Temperatures between 20 and 26 °C have proven to be particularly suitable for keeping them.

Like many Isopods, they also need Porcellio scaber “Yellow Snow” a source of calcium for the construction of their tank. Therefore, always cuttlefish or crushed eggshell should be present in the terrarium.

The main food sources are rotten leaves and white rotten woodbut the animals also like to eat vegetables vegetables, flowers or special isopod food to. This allows the diet to be varied and at the same time supports the healthy development of the colony.

Due to their striking color patterntheir robust nature and their easy keeping is Porcellio scaber “Yellow Snow” is a particularly interesting Isopod for beginners and experienced keepers and at the same time brings a bright, unusual color contrast to any Isopod terrarium.