Helleria brevicornis (Giant Pillbug)

Helleria brevicornis

(Giant Pillbug)

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Helleria brevicornis (the Giant Pillbug) 

Adult Size - Male (27 mm), Female (27 mm)

Climbing Ability - None

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

H.brevicornis are huge, so their enclosure should have some space.

Ventilation level - Moderate

Hides - Not necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Not necessary

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Substrate

H.brevicornis require a deep substrate of decaying organic matter.

Type - Decaying organic matter

Moisture level - Moderate

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Food

H.brevicornis mainly feed on decaying organic matter, but likely munch on other foods from time to time as well.

Type - Decaying organic matter, proteinaceous pet foods, vegetables

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Temperature

H.brevicornis should be provided a winter diapause in the low-mid 60s, for consistent reproduction. The rest of the year, they can be kept at much more flexible temperatures.

Range - 60 F to 78 F