Clown (Armadillidium klugii)
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" isopods are a hobby favorite, known for their striking red and white spot patterns that resemble little clown faces. They are hardy but appreciate a well-maintained habitat to thrive.
Enclosure:
A ventilated container with a mix of flake soil, leaf litter, and sphagnum moss works great. Provide lots of hiding spaces with cork bark, stacked slate, or bark chunks. They enjoy both surface activity and hiding in tight spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Clown" isopods prefer moderate humidity around 60-70%, with a moist side and a drier side in the enclosure. This species does not tolerate excessive moisture well, so good airflow is important.
Feeding:
Offer a steady diet of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables like zucchini or carrots. Occasional protein helps promote healthy breeding.
Behavior:
"Clown" isopods are moderately active and can be shy at first, but will become more visible as the colony grows. They are slow to medium breeders, but once established, colonies are very stable and long-lived.
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" isopods are a hobby favorite, known for their striking red and white spot patterns that resemble little clown faces. They are hardy but appreciate a well-maintained habitat to thrive.
Enclosure:
A ventilated container with a mix of flake soil, leaf litter, and sphagnum moss works great. Provide lots of hiding spaces with cork bark, stacked slate, or bark chunks. They enjoy both surface activity and hiding in tight spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Clown" isopods prefer moderate humidity around 60-70%, with a moist side and a drier side in the enclosure. This species does not tolerate excessive moisture well, so good airflow is important.
Feeding:
Offer a steady diet of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables like zucchini or carrots. Occasional protein helps promote healthy breeding.
Behavior:
"Clown" isopods are moderately active and can be shy at first, but will become more visible as the colony grows. They are slow to medium breeders, but once established, colonies are very stable and long-lived.
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium klugii "Clown" isopods are a hobby favorite, known for their striking red and white spot patterns that resemble little clown faces. They are hardy but appreciate a well-maintained habitat to thrive.
Enclosure:
A ventilated container with a mix of flake soil, leaf litter, and sphagnum moss works great. Provide lots of hiding spaces with cork bark, stacked slate, or bark chunks. They enjoy both surface activity and hiding in tight spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Clown" isopods prefer moderate humidity around 60-70%, with a moist side and a drier side in the enclosure. This species does not tolerate excessive moisture well, so good airflow is important.
Feeding:
Offer a steady diet of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables like zucchini or carrots. Occasional protein helps promote healthy breeding.
Behavior:
"Clown" isopods are moderately active and can be shy at first, but will become more visible as the colony grows. They are slow to medium breeders, but once established, colonies are very stable and long-lived.