{"product_id":"isopods","title":"Isopods","description":"\u003cp\u003eIsopods should be housed in a secure terrarium or plastic tub. Some ventilation is required for all species, although care should be taken that ventilation holes are not too large to allow escape. We recommend 15-quart plastic storage bins for most starter cultures. Use a deep, moisture-retaining substrate, such as a mix of flake soil, leaf litter, and unfertilized top soil, and maintain humidity around 70-80% with regular misting. Keep the temperature between 68-77°F (20-25°C). Isopods thrive with a variety of hiding places, such as sanitized bark, decaying wood, or cork bark. We recommend keeping damp sphagnum moss on one side of your enclosure to provide a moist environment at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsopods are detritivores, meaning they will eat any and all organic matter that is offered to them. Decaying leaf litter is a staple for any isopod diet while also providing hiding places and protection. They do best with a varied diet including blanched vegetables, freeze dried insects, and decaying wood, along with a calcium source such as cuttlebone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheir Role in a Bioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIsopods are commonly found in moist environments and play a vital role in bioactive or naturalistic terrariums. Acting as essential members of the\u003cspan\u003e clean up crew\u003c\/span\u003e, they facilitate the decomposition of organic matter such as dead plants and animal waste. This activity is instrumental in maintaining a healthy environment by mitigating waste buildup and averting foul odors. Isopods typically consume resources such as\u003cspan\u003e rotting wood, various barks\u003c\/span\u003e and fecal waste from inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Vivarium Seeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMoreover, isopods contribute to bioactive vivarium seeding by dispersing beneficial microorganisms as they traverse the substrate. This process enhances soil enrichment and fosters\u003cspan\u003e plant \u003c\/span\u003egrowth, thereby establishing a harmonious ecosystem. Introducing them to the terrarium is a simple process; one can gently place them into the habitat. For guidance on determining the optimal quantity of isopods for habitat seeding, consult our guide on terrarium seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GardenAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40744628977722,"sku":"10040","price":10.0,"currency_code":"BND","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/1382\/6106\/files\/EC9D907E-DD3D-4274-A880-81DDED9A149F.jpg?v=1739857258","url":"https:\/\/gardenaquaria.com\/products\/isopods","provider":"Garden Aquaria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}