Platyarthrus aiasensis
(Ridged Ant Isopod)
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Platyarthrus aiasensis (the Ridged Ant Isopod) is a very small, eyeless isopod that lives with ants in nature.
Adult Size - Male (4 mm), Female (4 mm)
Climbing Ability - None
Flying Ability - None
Enclosure
P.aiasensis 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
Substrate
P.aiasensis 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
Food
P.aiasensis aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average isopod diet.
Type - Dead hardwood leaves, proteinaceous pet foods, vegetables
Temperature
P.aiasensis can be kept into the high 60s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures.
Range - 68 F to 80 F
