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Expansus Isopod
IntermediatePorcellio expansus
A large Spanish isopod notable for its broad, flared body margins. It prefers drier, calcium-rich conditions; fast but a harmless detritivore with no bite or venom.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
20〜26℃
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 2-3 cm
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Leaf litter base with a preference for protein and ample calcium.
About
The Expansus Isopod (Porcellio expansus) is a large Spanish species notable for its broad body and dramatically flared margins. Native to the southern Iberian Peninsula of Spain, it grows to about 2–3 cm and lives roughly 2–3 years. Fast-moving but a harmless detritivore with no bite or venom, it prefers drier, calcium-rich conditions at 20–26°C and 50–70% humidity. Its distinctive flared silhouette makes it a sought-after display species for intermediate keepers.
Basic Info
Origin
Native to southern Spain (Iberian Peninsula)
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 2-3 cm
Temperature
20〜26℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Leaf litter base with a preference for protein and ample calcium.
Care Guide
Habitat
Strong ventilation, a large dry zone, limestone, and hides.
Temp & Humidity
Keep 20-26C drier with only one moist area.
Feeding
References & Sources
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