Porcellio scaber lava is a more colourful take on the common grey and drab looking (but exciting) scaber - with its orangy-red colouration to the dorsal and skirt, this isopod is one of the least shy of all, often seen out in the open, milling around searching for food.
 
The parent of this morph is one of the most widespread isopods in the world and can be found in the depths of Asia, all over North America, and through the entire continent of Europe. This is truly a tough little beast and will tolerate a huge range of temperatures and humidities.
 
Often used as part of a clean-up crew in conjunction with springtails in terrariums and other bio-active set-ups - This isopod is the ultimate vacuum cleaner!
 
They will quite happily wolf down waste of other larger arthropods and reptiles, fresh fruit and vegetables, dead insects and other animal proteins and, of course, calcium for their exoskeleton.
 
Highly recommended for beginners and experienced keepers alike.
 
Did you know? The word "scaber" is Latin for rough or scabby. Not the prettiest name for this little wonder is it?
 
 
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