Zebra (Armadillidium maculatum)
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" is one of the most popular and recognizable isopods in the hobby, loved for its bold black-and-white striping. It is hardy, beginner-friendly, fast-breeding, and ideal for both bioactive setups and 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 rocks for hiding and climbing. "Zebra" is moderately surface-active and enjoys structured enclosures.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Zebra" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow will help keep the enclosure healthy.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement regularly with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support healthy breeding and growth.
Behavior:
"Zebra" isopods are bold, active, and fast breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions and are ideal for bioactive vivariums, cleanup crews, or as a striking display species for any isopod collection.
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" is one of the most popular and recognizable isopods in the hobby, loved for its bold black-and-white striping. It is hardy, beginner-friendly, fast-breeding, and ideal for both bioactive setups and 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 rocks for hiding and climbing. "Zebra" is moderately surface-active and enjoys structured enclosures.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Zebra" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow will help keep the enclosure healthy.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement regularly with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support healthy breeding and growth.
Behavior:
"Zebra" isopods are bold, active, and fast breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions and are ideal for bioactive vivariums, cleanup crews, or as a striking display species for any isopod collection.
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" Isopod Care Guide
Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" is one of the most popular and recognizable isopods in the hobby, loved for its bold black-and-white striping. It is hardy, beginner-friendly, fast-breeding, and ideal for both bioactive setups and 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 rocks for hiding and climbing. "Zebra" is moderately surface-active and enjoys structured enclosures.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. "Zebra" prefers moderate humidity (60-70%) with a moisture gradient—keep one side moist and one side drier. Good airflow will help keep the enclosure healthy.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement regularly with isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support healthy breeding and growth.
Behavior:
"Zebra" isopods are bold, active, and fast breeders. They tolerate a wide range of conditions and are ideal for bioactive vivariums, cleanup crews, or as a striking display species for any isopod collection.