Armadillidium vulgare, the common pillbug, has many beautiful morphs and localities and is one of the best pet isopods, not to mention one of the best pet invertebrates! I have Armadillidium vulgare Punta Cana, Magic Potion, T Albino, and others!

In this isopod care guide, I will introduce Armadillidium vulgare and then talk about housing and care. Then I’ll talk about this species in bioactive setups and as a hobby/pet isopod.

Links to isopod supplies:
Here is a link to the Kathy Auto Magic Fungus gnat trap. It also works for other pest insects, such as fruit flies and mosquitoes!
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Check out these LINKS to Isopod foods and supplies below. As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Isopods will munch on dried River shrimp as well!
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I own a copy of book on isopods by Orin McMonigle, a great source of isopod knowledge:
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Isopod Substrate ingredients:
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