Cylisticus convexus (Curly Isopod)

Cylisticus convexus

(Curly Isopod)

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Cylisticus convexus (the Curly Isopod)

Adult Size - Male (20 mm), Female (20 mm)

Climbing Ability - None

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

C.convexus aren't particularly large or crowding sensitive, so their enclosure doesn't need to be spacious.

Ventilation level - Moderate

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Not necessary

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Substrate

C.convexus aren't picky about their substrate as long as it holds moisture well, isn't abrasive, and is deep enough to burrow in.

Type - Not picky

Moisture level - Moderate

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Food

C.convexus aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average isopod diet.

Type - Dead hardwood leaves, proteinaceous pet foods, vegetables

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Temperature

C.convexus can be kept into the high 60s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures

Range - 68 F to 85 F