


Corfu Colorful (Armadillidium cf. pallasii)
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" is a beautiful and highly sought-after species known for its vibrant color variation, with hues of orange, yellow, and blue. It is a moderately hardy display species, ideal for collectors and experienced hobbyists.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include lots of cork bark, stacked bark, and hiding spaces, as this species enjoys both surface activity and secure retreats.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Corfu Colorful" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and the other drier to allow self-regulation.
Feeding:
Provide a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein supports healthy growth and enhances coloration.
Behavior:
"Corfu Colorful" is moderately active and becomes more surface-visible as the colony matures. It breeds steadily under proper care and makes an excellent showcase species for display enclosures.
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" is a beautiful and highly sought-after species known for its vibrant color variation, with hues of orange, yellow, and blue. It is a moderately hardy display species, ideal for collectors and experienced hobbyists.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include lots of cork bark, stacked bark, and hiding spaces, as this species enjoys both surface activity and secure retreats.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Corfu Colorful" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and the other drier to allow self-regulation.
Feeding:
Provide a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein supports healthy growth and enhances coloration.
Behavior:
"Corfu Colorful" is moderately active and becomes more surface-visible as the colony matures. It breeds steadily under proper care and makes an excellent showcase species for display enclosures.
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium cf. pallasii "Corfu Colorful" is a beautiful and highly sought-after species known for its vibrant color variation, with hues of orange, yellow, and blue. It is a moderately hardy display species, ideal for collectors and experienced hobbyists.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include lots of cork bark, stacked bark, and hiding spaces, as this species enjoys both surface activity and secure retreats.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Corfu Colorful" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and the other drier to allow self-regulation.
Feeding:
Provide a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein supports healthy growth and enhances coloration.
Behavior:
"Corfu Colorful" is moderately active and becomes more surface-visible as the colony matures. It breeds steadily under proper care and makes an excellent showcase species for display enclosures.