Description

Live Grey Isopods – Hardy Bioactive Clean-Up Crew for Terrariums

Keep your terrarium healthy and self-sustaining with Live Grey Isopods (Porcellio scaber) – one of the most reliable clean-up crews in the bioactive world. These hardy, slow-moving isopods are perfect for beginners and experienced keepers alike, thriving in a wide range of humid environments.

They feed on decaying matter, leaf litter, and animal waste, helping to break down organic material before it becomes harmful. In doing so, they improve soil structure, support plant health, and reduce the risk of mould or bacteria build-up in your enclosure.

Why You’ll Love Them:

🪵 Hardy and easy to keep – Great for beginners or low-maintenance setups
🍂 Natural decomposers – Break down organic matter and return nutrients to the soil
🌱 Improve substrate health – Help aerate and enrich the soil
🦠 Control mould and bacteria – Keep your terrarium clean and balanced
🧬 Bonus springtails – Many cultures may include springtails due to our breading process

Care Snapshot:

🌡️ Temperature: 18–26°C (room temp is great)
💦 Humidity: Moderate to high – maintain moist substrate or mist regularly
🍽️ Food: Leaf litter, soft vegetables, or fish flakes
🕶️ Storage: Keep in a stable, dark, humid area with ventilation

Shipping Info:

🚚 Express Shipping: Flat-rate Express Post for safe, fast delivery
📦 Packaging: Nutrient-rich sphagnum moss in a plastic container
🚫 State Restrictions: Not available in TAS, WA, or NT due to live insect regulations

Reliable, resilient, and easy to care for – grey isopods are a staple in any terrarium, helping your setup stay cleaner, healthier, and more natural.