🪲 Commercial Name:
Milkback Isopods
Scientific name: Porcellio laevis “Milkback”
📦 Detailed Description:
Milkback Isopods are a beautiful and uncommon morph of Porcellio laevis, known for their dark gray body highlighted by a striking white stripe that runs along the back—resembling a “milk pack” being carried. This bold contrast makes them stand out in any terrarium setup. They are large, active, and highly adaptable, making them a favorite among isopod collectors and bioactive enthusiasts.
🌟 Key Features:
- Distinct white dorsal stripe on a dark gray body
- Larger than average isopods
- Highly active and visible on the substrate
- Easy to care for and quick to breed
- Great for visual displays and educational setups
- Safe for cohabitation with plants and other fauna
🌿 Ideal Habitat:
- Temperature: 20 – 26°C (68 – 79°F)
- Humidity: Moderate to high (60% – 80%)
- Prefers a mixed environment: partial moisture with dry zones
- Thrives in substrates with leaf litter and natural wood
🍂 Diet:
- Decaying leaves and plant matter
- Fungi and algae
- Isopod-specific food blends
- Small portions of dried vegetables or fruits
- Occasional protein supplement for breeding support
🛠️ Care Guidelines:
- Maintain balanced humidity and ventilation
- Avoid prolonged dryness or oversaturation
- Provide hiding spots using bark, cork, or moss
- Stable environments promote optimal growth and reproduction
🪴 Common Uses:
- Decorative and bioactive terrariums
- Morph collection and breeding projects
- Educational or display systems
- Organic waste processing and soil enrichment
- Enhancing biodiversity in closed ecosystems
♻️ Note:
These isopods are captive-bred in clean, controlled environments in Saudi Arabia and are shipped fully ready to integrate into your terrarium or bioactive setup.
