How difficult is it to keep Dwarf Grey Isopod?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Dwarf Grey Isopod?

The ideal temperature for Dwarf Grey Isopod is 20〜26℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Dwarf Grey Isopod?

The average lifespan of Dwarf Grey Isopod is 1-2 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Dwarf Grey Isopod get?

Dwarf Grey Isopod typically reaches 4-6mm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What is the typical price for Dwarf Grey Isopod?

The price of Dwarf Grey Isopod varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Dwarf Grey Isopod

Q: What should I feed Dwarf Grey Isopod?

Dwarf Grey Isopod feeds on: Leaf litter and rotten wood as staples with cuttlebone for calcium, plus small amounts of protein and vegetable. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

Intermediate

Nagurus cristatus

It multiplies slowly, so it is kept as a collector's species rather than as a working cleanup crew.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

20〜26℃

Lifespan

1-2 years

Size

4-6mm

Diet

Leaf litter and rotten wood as staples with cuttlebone for calcium, plus small amounts of protein and vegetable

About

Nagurus cristatus, described by Dollfus in 1889 from a Surinam holotype, is a small woodlouse now recorded across North and South America, Southeast Asia and Oceania, and treated as an alien in Europe: a classic tramp species. Adults are only 4-6mm, grey to brownish-grey. The specific name cristatus means crested, and under good light a subtle ridging shows on the back; it is far less dramatic than a dwarf spiked isopod but gives the animal a texture that smooth dwarf species lack. The genus is rarely offered in the Western hobby, so it is collected for genus-level rarity as much as for looks. Care follows other small humidity-loving dwarfs: stable temperatures of 20-26C, a moisture gradient, deep leaf litter and gentle ventilation. Reproduction is slow, and a starter group can take several months before visible young appear, so pair it with a fast species such as dwarf whites if a working cleanup crew is needed straight away.

Source: WoRMS