{"product_id":"powder-blue-isopods-porcellionides-pruinosus","title":"Powder Blue Isopods — Porcellionides pruinosus","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e💙 Powder Blue Isopods — \u003cem\u003ePorcellionides pruinosus\u003c\/em\u003e “Powder Blue”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re \u003cstrong\u003ehardy, extremely prolific breeders\u003c\/strong\u003e and one of the most adaptable isopods available. Powder Blue Isopods are fast-moving, active and excellent at breaking down decaying organic matter, making them a fantastic choice for bioactive enclosures and clean-up crews. Their soft, dusty blue-grey colouring makes them especially attractive in a naturalistic setup. 🦎💙 \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌍 Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePorcellionides pruinosus\u003c\/em\u003e is considered to have a \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean\/European origin\u003c\/strong\u003e and is now widespread throughout much of the world. The \u003cstrong\u003ePowder Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e is a captive colour morph of the species rather than a separate species or wild locality. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for temperate, semi-arid to humid bioactive enclosures\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided they always have access to a \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist refuge\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are very adaptable, but should never be allowed to become completely dry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good setup is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a clear moisture gradient, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e⅓–½ of the enclosure kept moist\u003c\/strong\u003e and the remaining area less damp and well ventilated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏜️ \u003cstrong\u003eSemi-arid setups:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can adapt well to drier environments as long as a reliable moist retreat is always available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍂 \u003cstrong\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf litter and decaying hardwood should form the foundation of their diet. They can also be supplemented with vegetables, fish food, shrimp pellets or other suitable protein sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪵 \u003cstrong\u003eHides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark, rotten hardwood and a generous layer of leaf litter provide cover and help retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦴 \u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a constant calcium source such as \u003cstrong\u003ecuttlebone, calcium carbonate or crushed eggshell\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–27°C (68–80°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good general range. They can tolerate warmer temperatures when adequate moisture is available. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.5 cm (0.4–0.6 inch)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowder Blue Isopods are an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent beginner species\u003c\/strong\u003e because they are hardy, highly adaptable and reproduce very quickly once established. They are also highly active compared with many larger isopods, making them particularly effective as a clean-up crew. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy • Extremely fast breeding • Adaptable • Great clean-up crew • Nutritious supplemental feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*12–15 Isopods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laura's Got Worms + Exotics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48860802089117,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/4282\/4861\/files\/Screenshot2025-11-23at3.45.02PM.png?v=1788194561","url":"https:\/\/laurasgotworms.com\/products\/powder-blue-isopods-porcellionides-pruinosus","provider":"Laura's Got Worms + Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}