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Magic Potion Isopod
BeginnerArmadillidium vulgare
A popular morph of the common pill bug (A. vulgare) named for its purplish coloration. It rolls into a perfect ball, is hardy and easy to breed, and is a harmless detritivore with no bite or venom.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 1.5-1.8 cm
Humidity
55〜75%
Diet
Mainly leaf litter and rotten wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, protein, and calcium.
About
The Magic Potion Isopod is a popular morph of the common pill bug (Armadillidium vulgare), named for its distinctive purplish coloration. Native to Europe and the Mediterranean and now naturalized worldwide, it reaches about 1.5–1.8 cm and lives roughly 2–3 years. It rolls into a perfect ball when disturbed and is a completely harmless detritivore with no bite or venom. Hardy and easy to breed at 18–26°C and 55–75% humidity, it is a great beginner-friendly morph.
Basic Info
Origin
Native to Europe and the Mediterranean, now naturalized worldwide
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 1.5-1.8 cm
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
55〜75%
Diet
Mainly leaf litter and rotten wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, protein, and calcium.
Care Guide
Habitat
A ventilated tub with leaf litter, wood, and hides.
Temp & Humidity
Keep 18-26C with one moist side for a gradient.
References & Sources
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