{"product_id":"porcellio-werneri-greek-shield-isopod","title":"Porcellio werneri (Greek Shield Isopod)","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wybh2z\" data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"172\"\u003ePorcellio Werneri (Greek Shield \/ Space Pods)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greece\u003cbr data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–65%\u003cbr data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 20 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"351\"\u003ePorcellio Werneri, also known as Greek Shield or Space Pods, is a relatively large, uniquely shaped isopod prized for its mild temperament and adaptability. With a dark grey to black body and a distinctive milk-white edge resembling a shield or “skirt,” this species is visually striking and a popular choice for terrarium enthusiasts. Ideal for soil aeration and detritus cleanup, P. Werneri is well-suited to temperate setups and requires moderate care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rjvd23\" data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eFlat, oval, shield-like body with white-edged margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19gm1wt\" data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eDeep grey to black coloration with lighter outer rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cgwyto\" data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eAdults reach up to 2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ih5wmi\" data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eAntennae long and sensitive; seven body segments with strong last pair of legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"173hh84\" data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eMild temperament, minimally aggressive, can be hand-fed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7caadf\" data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eTerritorial tendencies; benefit from spacious enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2fhesg\" data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eSeasonal breeders, juveniles appear during specific times of the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17eqi83\" data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic-rich mix of coconut fiber and peat moss with good moisture retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"phiojl\" data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 12 L for starter colony, 25 L for larger populations; ample airflow required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n34t74\" data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–65%, maintain a moist corner covering ~1\/3 of the enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eutlcs\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1frnz1g\" data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eDécor \u0026amp; Hides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark, leaf litter (pesticide-free), lotus seed pods, egg crates for hiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ec76d\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e High airflow essential; use multiple vents or mesh lids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rp4pqg\" data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003ePrimary Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decaying leaves, fruits, vegetables, greens, rotting wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gcnahf\" data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eProtein Supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish flakes, dried shrimp, dried minnows (twice weekly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6wu8gr\" data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuttlebone, limestone, crushed eggshells, oyster shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"awa5p\" data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003eSeasonal; 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