Shiro Utsuri (Nesodillo archangelii)
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" Isopod Care Guide
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" is a beautiful and highly collectible isopod species, known for its sharp black and white contrast pattern, reminiscent of the koi variety it is named after. It is a moderately sensitive species that thrives under stable, high-humidity conditions.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation. Use a deep, moisture-retentive substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, stacked bark—to provide secure retreat spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Shiro Utsuri" requires high humidity (80-90%) with minimal dry areas. Mist regularly to maintain consistent moisture, avoiding large humidity swings.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods support growth and enhance breeding.
Behavior:
"Shiro Utsuri" isopods are somewhat shy and slow to establish but will thrive and breed steadily in a stable environment. They are a prized display species for advanced hobbyists and collectors.
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" Isopod Care Guide
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" is a beautiful and highly collectible isopod species, known for its sharp black and white contrast pattern, reminiscent of the koi variety it is named after. It is a moderately sensitive species that thrives under stable, high-humidity conditions.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation. Use a deep, moisture-retentive substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, stacked bark—to provide secure retreat spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Shiro Utsuri" requires high humidity (80-90%) with minimal dry areas. Mist regularly to maintain consistent moisture, avoiding large humidity swings.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods support growth and enhance breeding.
Behavior:
"Shiro Utsuri" isopods are somewhat shy and slow to establish but will thrive and breed steadily in a stable environment. They are a prized display species for advanced hobbyists and collectors.
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" Isopod Care Guide
Nesodillo archangelii "Shiro Utsuri" is a beautiful and highly collectible isopod species, known for its sharp black and white contrast pattern, reminiscent of the koi variety it is named after. It is a moderately sensitive species that thrives under stable, high-humidity conditions.
Enclosure:
Provide a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation. Use a deep, moisture-retentive substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and plenty of leaf litter. Include tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, stacked bark—to provide secure retreat spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Shiro Utsuri" requires high humidity (80-90%) with minimal dry areas. Mist regularly to maintain consistent moisture, avoiding large humidity swings.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods support growth and enhance breeding.
Behavior:
"Shiro Utsuri" isopods are somewhat shy and slow to establish but will thrive and breed steadily in a stable environment. They are a prized display species for advanced hobbyists and collectors.