Armadillidium granulatum “White Pearl”

Brief description:

Armadillidium granulatum “White Pearl” is the next color morph of this species. As Armadillidium granulatum already delights many keepers with its size and ease of keeping, it is great news for anyone who wants a special Isopod species with little prior knowledge.

The leucistic morph has a completely white base coloration with black eyes. The size and simple posture have not changed as a result of the mutation.

It is possible to keep a group of Armadillidium granulatum “White Pearl” in containers with a capacity of 5 liters or more without any problems. It is important to know that this Isopod species will not reproduce if there is not enough space. As the natural habitat is the litter layer in deciduous forests, particular attention should be paid to this. If you want to create a terrarium that is close to nature, choose a layer of deciduous forest humus, leaves and white rotten wood approx. 10 cm high as a substrate. Moss, pieces of bark and leaves should be spread over this layer of substrate. On the one hand, these things serve as shelter, on the other hand as food and to keep the humidity in the tank. The tank for Armadillidium granulatum “White Pearl” should always be kept moist. However, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. A humidity level of 60 to 80 % normally settles quickly by itself with regular spraying. The animals need lime to build up their shell, which can be given in the form of cuttlefish, crushed eggshells or similar. White rotten wood and the leaves in the substrate serve as food. Vegetables, fruit, flowers and isopod food are also readily accepted.