Isopod Armadillidium Vulgare "Magic Potion"

Armadillidium vulgare 'Magic Potion' – An enchanting eye-catcher for your terrarium!

Are you looking for one of the most sought-after and fairytale-like isopods in the hobby? The Armadillidium vulgare 'Magic Potion' more than lives up to its magical name. This cultivated color variant of the well-known pill bug has a milky transparent-white carapace, adorned with a unique pattern of bright yellow and black speckles. A breathtaking sight that immediately stands out on the dark forest floor of your terrarium!

### Classic Pill Bug & Fascinating Behavior

As a true representative of the genus Armadillidium, the 'Magic Potion' possesses the classic defense mechanism: at the slightest sign of danger, the animal quickly rolls itself into a tight, perfectly closed ball. They grow to an average size of 1.2 to 1.5 cm, are happy to show themselves, and can reach a good age of 2 to 3 years under optimal conditions.

### Indispensable Cleaning Crew for your Terrarium

In addition to their beautiful appearance, these pill bugs play a crucial role in a healthy, bioactive ecosystem. They are excellent scavengers that efficiently process fungi, fallen leaves, decaying wood, and organic waste. They are social, tolerant, and thrive in groups.

Care & Environmental Requirements

Caring for the Magic Potion Isopod is easy and accessible, making them a fantastic choice even for beginners:

• Housing & Substrate: Isopods cannot climb smooth glass, so a glass tank or plastic breeding box is perfect. Use a rich substrate of humus mixed with cocopeat, a thick layer of oak and beech leaves, rotten wood, and pieces of bark.
• Humidity & Temperature: Keep the temperature between 21 °C and 25 °C. Regularly mist one side of the enclosure (for example, use some sphagnum moss) to create a nice humidity gradient.
• Food & Calcium: In addition to leaf litter, they enjoy vegetables (such as cucumber or mushrooms), fish food, and special isopod food. Always offer cuttlebone or cuttlebone powder; because they build a sturdy, spherical shell, they have a high need for calcium!

Key benefits at a glance:

• Unique 'Magic' Pattern: Translucent white carapace with bright yellow and black speckles.
• Can Roll into True Balls: Rolls completely into a protective ball when in danger.
• Easy Care: Robust and forgiving species, ideal for beginners.
• Order Per Piece: Flexibly adjust your quantity with bulk discounts for larger groups.
• Own Breeding Guarantee: Healthy nymphs from our own breeding with a live arrival guarantee.

### Product specifications:

• Species: Armadillidium vulgare 'Magic Potion'
• Sale: Per piece (with quantity discount for larger purchases)
• Adult size: Approx. 1.2 to 1.5 cm
• Life expectancy: 2 to 3 years
• Ideal temperature: 21 °C to 25 °C
• Climate: Moderately humid with a drier zone
• Application: Bioactive cleaning crew, pet, or breeding hobby

Enchant your terrarium with these unique pill bugs.