Powder Orange (Porcellionides pruinosus)
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" is a vibrant orange morph of Porcellionides pruinosus, prized for its color and incredible usefulness in bioactive setups. It is one of the fastest-breeding and most adaptable isopods, making it a perfect choice for both beginners and experienced keepers.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark and bark pieces for hiding. "Powder Orange" is highly surface-active and enjoys exploring all areas of the enclosure.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-80°F. "Powder Orange" prefers higher humidity (75-85%) with a moisture gradient—one side moist and one side slightly drier. Regular misting will keep them breeding and active.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein encourages fast breeding and supports bright coloration.
Behavior:
"Powder Orange" isopods are extremely active, fast breeders, and tolerate a wide range of conditions. They’re perfect for bioactive vivariums and make one of the best cleanup crews in the hobby.
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" is a vibrant orange morph of Porcellionides pruinosus, prized for its color and incredible usefulness in bioactive setups. It is one of the fastest-breeding and most adaptable isopods, making it a perfect choice for both beginners and experienced keepers.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark and bark pieces for hiding. "Powder Orange" is highly surface-active and enjoys exploring all areas of the enclosure.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-80°F. "Powder Orange" prefers higher humidity (75-85%) with a moisture gradient—one side moist and one side slightly drier. Regular misting will keep them breeding and active.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein encourages fast breeding and supports bright coloration.
Behavior:
"Powder Orange" isopods are extremely active, fast breeders, and tolerate a wide range of conditions. They’re perfect for bioactive vivariums and make one of the best cleanup crews in the hobby.
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" Isopod Care Guide
Porcellionides pruinosus "Powder Orange" is a vibrant orange morph of Porcellionides pruinosus, prized for its color and incredible usefulness in bioactive setups. It is one of the fastest-breeding and most adaptable isopods, making it a perfect choice for both beginners and experienced keepers.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-ventilated container with a substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include cork bark and bark pieces for hiding. "Powder Orange" is highly surface-active and enjoys exploring all areas of the enclosure.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-80°F. "Powder Orange" prefers higher humidity (75-85%) with a moisture gradient—one side moist and one side slightly drier. Regular misting will keep them breeding and active.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein encourages fast breeding and supports bright coloration.
Behavior:
"Powder Orange" isopods are extremely active, fast breeders, and tolerate a wide range of conditions. They’re perfect for bioactive vivariums and make one of the best cleanup crews in the hobby.