How Now (Porcellio laevis)
Porcellio laevis "How Now" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellio laevis "How Now" is a fun and attractive morph of the popular Porcellio laevis species, often displaying unique spotting or color variation. Like other laevis types, it is hardy, fast-breeding, and excellent for bioactive setups or display colonies.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark, bark flats, and other cover for hiding and surface exploration—this species is quite active.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-78°F. "How Now" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow prevents excessive moisture buildup.
Feeding:
Feed a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein is key for strong growth and rapid breeding.
Behavior:
"How Now" isopods are bold, highly active, and prolific breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions, making them a favorite for both bioactive cleanup crews and as a fun display species for beginners and experienced keepers alike.
Porcellio laevis "How Now" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellio laevis "How Now" is a fun and attractive morph of the popular Porcellio laevis species, often displaying unique spotting or color variation. Like other laevis types, it is hardy, fast-breeding, and excellent for bioactive setups or display colonies.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark, bark flats, and other cover for hiding and surface exploration—this species is quite active.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-78°F. "How Now" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow prevents excessive moisture buildup.
Feeding:
Feed a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein is key for strong growth and rapid breeding.
Behavior:
"How Now" isopods are bold, highly active, and prolific breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions, making them a favorite for both bioactive cleanup crews and as a fun display species for beginners and experienced keepers alike.
Porcellio laevis "How Now" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellio laevis "How Now" is a fun and attractive morph of the popular Porcellio laevis species, often displaying unique spotting or color variation. Like other laevis types, it is hardy, fast-breeding, and excellent for bioactive setups or display colonies.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark, bark flats, and other cover for hiding and surface exploration—this species is quite active.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-78°F. "How Now" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a clear moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow prevents excessive moisture buildup.
Feeding:
Feed a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein is key for strong growth and rapid breeding.
Behavior:
"How Now" isopods are bold, highly active, and prolific breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions, making them a favorite for both bioactive cleanup crews and as a fun display species for beginners and experienced keepers alike.