Description
The Porcellio sp. “Spiky Canare Ivory” isopod stands out immediately with its creamy ivory tones and rugged, armored texture. Their pronounced spines and ghostly behavior give them a prehistoric appearance that makes them especially attractive to collectors of rare isopods.
Unlike many Porcellio species, they are frequently invisible and inactive. That said, they have a cute-as-can-be reaction to threats. When disturbed, they may stand perfectly still on their “tippy toes” to appear larger and more threatening. If you see it, please squee appropriately.
Spike Canares prefer a well-ventilated setup with a moisture gradient, allowing them to choose between drier and more humid areas as needed.
Breed Rate: Moderate
Origin: Canary Islands, Spain
Adult Size: 8-10 mm, .8-1 cm, .3-.4 in
Temperature: 70-80F
Habits: Inactive, nearly invisible burrowers with “ghostly” behavior and coloring. They bluff adorably when in danger.
Husbandry: Semi-Arid to Temperate Humidity (30-50%), High Ventilation, Deep Soil with a Moisture Gradient, Offer Plenty of Cover like Flat/Cork Bark, Leaf Litter, Wood Rot, Limestone, and Seed Pods (Magnolia, Sweet Gum, Lotus)
Primary Diet: Decaying Organic Matter, Leaf Litter, and Wood Rot
Supplemental Diet: Fish Flakes, Dried Shrimp, Cuttlebone or Egg Shells, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Butternut Squash, Freeze-Dried Peas, Dried or Dead Insects, Zucchini, Cucumber, Commercial Food like Repashy Morning Wood
