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Gestroi Isopod
IntermediateArmadillidium gestroi
A small, colorful pill bug marked with vivid yellow and pink. It rolls up and breeds somewhat slowly; a harmless detritivore with no bite or venom.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
20〜26℃
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 0.9-1.2 cm
Humidity
55〜75%
Diet
Mainly leaf litter and wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, protein, and calcium.
About
Armadillidium gestroi is a small pill bug of about 0.9–1.2cm marked with vivid yellow and pink, native to Italy and the wider Mediterranean region. It rolls into a ball when disturbed and feeds primarily on leaf litter and decaying wood, supplemented with vegetables, protein, and a calcium source. A harmless detritivore with no bite or venom, it breeds somewhat slowly, making stable conditions (20–26°C, 55–75% humidity) important. Prized for its striking coloration, it lives roughly 2–3 years and is best suited to intermediate keepers.
Basic Info
Origin
Native to Italy and the Mediterranean region
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 0.9-1.2 cm
Temperature
20〜26℃
Humidity
55〜75%
Diet
Mainly leaf litter and wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, protein, and calcium.
Care Guide
Habitat
A ventilated tub with leaf litter, wood, limestone, and hides.
Temp & Humidity
Keep 20-26C slightly drier with one moist area.
References & Sources
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