{"product_id":"porcellio-laevis-orange-giant-orange-isopods","title":"Porcellio laevis “Orange” (Giant Orange Isopods)","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"a469qc\" data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"176\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"176\"\u003ePorcellio laevis “Orange” (Giant Orange Isopods)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe (possibly North Africa originally)\u003cbr data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–32 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–75 %\u003cbr data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–23 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Common\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"411\"\u003ePorcellio laevis “Orange”\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hardy, visually striking orange morph of the smooth-bodied laevis. Known for its prolific breeding, large appetites, and reliability, it is widely used in bioactive setups, as cleanup crew, or as a feeder colony for reptiles and amphibians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1huss0j\" data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eAdults 18–23 mm, flat, smooth, and glossy exoskeleton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uwnafk\" data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eBright orange colouration with subtle white highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1metpk0\" data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eCannot fully conglobate due to flat body shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11cd5ex\" data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eBold, confident, active, and diurnal—visible during daytime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bgq2s6\" data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eCalcium-rich exoskeleton suitable for feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t5wmac\" data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eSocial, tolerate crowding, assertive at feeding time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"do4z3e\" data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eEnclosure: Plastic containers with ventilated lids; start small and upsize as colonies grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r1ly9j\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eSubstrate: 8–10 cm deep mix of organic topsoil, sphagnum peat, crushed limestone or calcium powder, hardwood leaf litter, and decaying wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ovb6q3\" data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eMoisture: Maintain a moisture gradient (damp and slightly drier areas); mist as needed; tolerate moderate humidity fluctuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19tk03v\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eVentilation: Medium to high ventilation; small holes above substrate level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x8821q\" data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eTemperature: 16–32 °C; very adaptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nly7vv\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eHides \u0026amp; décor: Cork bark, coconut shells, egg cartons, moss patches, and hardwood leaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11gq1m5\" data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eSpringtails: Recommended to control mould in damp areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fokoee\" data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003ePrimary foods: Decaying leaf litter, rotting hardwood, decaying organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11c6od6\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eSupplementary foods: Vegetables (carrot, squash, courgette, sweet potato), mushrooms, fish flakes, dried shrimp, greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d3ct66\" data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eCalcium: Cuttlefish bone, crushed limestone, oyster shell, or calcium powder; crucial for moulting and reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1czepka\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eProtein: Fish flakes, dried shrimp; provide at least twice weekly for active growth and breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17vd1bo\" data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eFeeding: Large appetites; distribute food in multiple locations to avoid competition; remove uneaten fresh food within 24–48 h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f20bh6\" data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eReproduction: Fast and prolific; colonies grow rapidly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b3hs2j\" data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003eSexing: Males slender; females broader with visible marsupium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c7gtcv\" data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eBehaviour: Females carry eggs in brood pouch; juveniles emerge ready to explore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"85v01c\" data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eColony growth: Expect rapid increase under good conditions; ideal for cleanup crews and feeder colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wbh21i\" data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eTips: Ensure adequate food and calcium; robust species that breed reliably with minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003eBioactive Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ue1yap\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eExcellent for reptile and amphibian bioactive setups, invertebrate enclosures, and planted vivariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hufqbr\" data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2987\"\u003eAdvantages: Efficient decomposers, hardy across wide temperature\/humidity ranges, visually attractive, large appetites, prolific breeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kkgnd2\" data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003eConsiderations: Assertive nature may outcompete timid species; active movement may startle some animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eSuitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ud300a\" data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003eExcellent choice for beginners, bioactive setup maintenance, feeder colonies, large-scale projects, or those wanting bold, active isopods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bt15vz\" data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003eNot ideal if rare, shy, or slow species are desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3330\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low difficulty; hardy, forgiving of minor mistakes, resilient to temperature and humidity fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"invertopia","offers":[{"title":"10","offer_id":54117218648404,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20","offer_id":54117218681172,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3627\/4516\/files\/giantorange.jpg?v=1775422519","url":"https:\/\/invertopia.co.uk\/products\/porcellio-laevis-orange-giant-orange-isopods","provider":"invertopia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}