SPECIES CARE GUIDE
Armadillidium Vulgare Albino
Armadillidium Vulgare Albino

ENVIRONMENT
Core care conditions
Use these ranges as a starting point and adjust for life stage, enclosure ventilation and observed behaviour.
HUSBANDRY OVERVIEW
At a glance
- Origin
- Unknown
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial isopod / bioactive clean-up crew
- Adult size
- Medium; reaching approximately 1.5cm - 1.8cm.
- Temperament
- Harmless / colony species
- Experience level
- Medium
- Visibility
- Mostly visible when established; hides under bark/leaf litter
- Burrowing
- May shelter under cork, bark, leaf litter and within substrate
- Growth rate
- Fast to moderate colony growth depending on species and conditions
CARE NOTES
Keeping considerations
Armadillidium vulgare "Albino" | The Crimson-Eyed Ghost The Armadillidium vulgare "Albino" is a mesmerizing mutation that transforms the common "Roly-Poly" into a high-end collector's item. These isopods display a beautiful range of creamy ivory, soft yellow, and peach tones. The most distinct feature of this strain is their ruby-red eyes, which confirm their true albinism. They retain the legendary "tank-like" hardiness and active personality of the Vulgare species but add a bright, ethereal aesthetic that stands out brilliantly against dark soil and green moss. 🧬 Species Highlights Scientific Name: Armadillidium vulgare* "Albino" * Visuals: Creamy white/yellowish body with distinct red/pink eyes. * Behavior: Very active and "friendly"; they are famous for perfectly rolling into a ball (conglobation). * Adaptability: Extremely hardy; can thrive in a wide range of environments. * Size: Medium; reaching approximately 1.5cm - 1.8cm. 🛠️ Care & Setup The Albino Vulgare is incredibly forgiving, making it an ideal choice for bioactive setups or standalone colonies. * Humidity: 50--60%. They prefer a Dry/Moist Gradient. Ensure one side has damp Sphagnum moss while the rest remains dry. * Temperature: 18--24°C (65--75°F). They are very comfortable at standard room temperatures. * Ventilation: Moderate. They are much less sensitive to "stuffy" air than tropical species but still appreciate airflow. * Substrate: Any high-quality organic isopod mix with added calcium. 🥗 Ventilation: Moderate. They are much less sensitive to "stuffy" air than tropical species but still appreciate airflow.. Substrate: Any high-quality organic isopod mix with added calcium..
SOURCES & FURTHER READING
Check the references
Care can vary by species, life stage and local conditions. Review multiple reputable sources before making husbandry decisions.
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