{"product_id":"porcellio-expansus","title":"Porcellio expansus","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17bpk7o\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"80\"\u003ePorcellio expansus “Prades”  Giant Spanish Species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eUpgrade your collection with \u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"142\"\u003ePorcellio expansus “Prades”\u003c\/strong\u003e, a striking and rare giant isopod from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"226\"\u003ePrades Mountains of Catalonia, Spain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"307\"\u003elarge size, flattened body, and bold orange-rust coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e, these isopods bring a unique Mediterranean aesthetic to any setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"485\"\u003ePerfect for experienced keepers, this species offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"455\"\u003erewarding challenge\u003c\/strong\u003e and a truly standout display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xo6pfc\" data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🌟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eWhy Choose P. expansus “Prades”?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x2aykh\" data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eRare Spanish locality species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"173v1hy\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eImpressive \u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"615\"\u003elarge size (up to 22 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xrjx6u\" data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eDistinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eflat body \u0026amp; vibrant orange tones\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qotcmn\" data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eActive and fast-moving\u003c\/strong\u003e behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b7cah7\" data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"760\"\u003earid \/ semi-dry bioactive setups\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rgqsgx\" data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ruuspo\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcellio expansus “Prades”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vxf0w1\" data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"161k0wt\" data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catalonia, Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zeuoxo\" data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"otysab\" data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"otlej3\" data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow but stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pv4a0d\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eUnlike tropical isopods, this species thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003edrier, well-ventilated conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3k5ano\" data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21–29°C (higher range preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aj5wgr\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gbv2gc\" data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (critical for survival)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tf7yxv\" data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small damp corner only (~20% of enclosure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7rzum8\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate, avoid direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e➡️ Over-humidity is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e#1 cause of failure\u003c\/strong\u003e with this species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xb1e4t\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🏜️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eHabitat Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eReplicate their natural Mediterranean environment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aqdiun\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eSubstrate mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandy soil, decomposed hardwood, calcium (limestone\/gypsum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zgwg5\" data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark, slate, and rocks for crevices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6qamfl\" data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eLeaf litter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal compared to tropical species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d3aclc\" data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10 cm for burrowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e✔️ Prioritise \u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003edry conditions + airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e over 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