Porcellio bolivari (Yellow Cave Isopod)

Porcellio bolivari

(Yellow Cave Isopod)

*Under Construction*

Porcellio bolivari (the Yellow Cave Isopod) My mom has dubbed these the "Skeletor Isopods" and I can certainly see why! The black streaks that adorn each segment really do make them look like ribs. 😅

Adult Size - Male (30 mm), Female (30 mm)

Climbing Ability - None

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

P.bolivari are large and rather crowding sensitive, so their enclosure should have some space.

Ventilation level - High

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Not necessary

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Substrate

P.bolivari 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 - 1/3 moist & 2/3 dry

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Food

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

Type - Proteinaceous pet foods, dead hardwood leaves, vegetables

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Temperature

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

Range - 68 F to 85 F