{"product_id":"collembola-sp","title":"Albino White Isopods (Porcellio scaber)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Q0fERegoIAggACAAIChAD\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003eAlbino White Isopods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePorcellio scaber\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \"White Out\" or \"Snow\") are pure white, beginner-friendly woodlice that lack melanin pigments across their entire body, including their compound eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAoQAA\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ZLzG0d ncoeY E8xBUb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"aria-level=ohj7pf_1a\/fLk2Md\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\"\u003eKey Characteristics \u0026amp; Biology\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[2,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[351768,null,0]],[],null,1]]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIFBAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQAA\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"XSq4R KI3fJ\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQAQ\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQAg\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid white exoskeleton and white eyes caused by an autosomal recessive gene mutation.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQAw\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eSize:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults grow up to 17 mm to 20 mm in length.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQBA\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Known to play dead when disturbed and prefer hiding under dark bark.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBQQBQ\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eBreeding Rate:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolific and fast-breeding in proper conditions.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIFxAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBcQAA\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ZLzG0d ncoeY E8xBUb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"aria-level=ohj7pf_23\/fLk2Md\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Enclosure Requirements\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[2,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[351768,null,0]],[],null,1]]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQAA\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"XSq4R KI3fJ\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQAQ\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQAg\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e A simple ventilated plastic tub with a deep burrowing substrate and a clear moisture gradient (one side humid with moss, the opposite side dry).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQBw\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives best between 17°C and 26°C.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQDA\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain moderate humidity levels around 50% to 70%. They struggle in overly wet or tropical settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQEQ\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eDiet:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Detritivores that feed on decaying plant leaves, rotting white wood, vegetables (like carrots or yams), and a protein source such as fish flakes or dried mealworms 2x a week.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBoQFg\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eCalcium:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential for exoskeleton health; provide cuttlefish bone, eggshell powder, or limestone.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIHxAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACB8QAA\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ZLzG0d ncoeY E8xBUb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"aria-level=ohj7pf_3o\/fLk2Md\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\"\u003eAvailability \u0026amp; Usage\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[2,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[351768,null,0]],[],null,1]]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjnzeTEz76XAxVBsFYBHc8JC98Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIIhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAA\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"XSq4R KI3fJ\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAQ\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eRole:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used as a clean-up crew in bioactive terrariums or as soft-bodied feeder isopods for small reptiles and amphibians.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePorcellio scaber \"White Out\" is the official albino morph of the rough woodlouse. Known for their ghost-like appearance and completely white eyeballs, these hardy, prolific isopods make excellent beginner pets and bioactive tank cleaners. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey thrive on a varied diet and a moisture-gradient setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Up to 18mm. Temperature: 17 – 26C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity: 50 - 60% (Provide a dry end and a damp moss end). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet: Omnivorous. Relies heavily on decaying wood, leaf litter, and a protein-rich supplement twice a week (e.g., fish food). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtras: Require a calcium source (like cuttlefish bone) for healthy molting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACCIQAg\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabitat Setup Create a gradient within the enclosure by keeping about 1\/3 of the tank moist with a \"hydration station\" (damp sphagnum moss) and the rest drier. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd layers of decaying leaf litter, pieces of rotting wood, and cork bark hides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Biota Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52816663576807,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5014\/0903\/files\/FullSizeRender_0458b9ee-16c3-49fe-a396-706a841c2b8f.webp?v=1792156542","url":"https:\/\/www.biotastudio.com.au\/products\/collembola-sp","provider":"Biota Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}