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Armadillidium granulatum "White Pearl" | The Lustrous Giant
Elevate your collection with the Armadillidium granulatum "White Pearl." This breathtaking color morph retains the signature "granulated" texture and massive size of the standard Mediterranean species but replaces the dark slate tones with a creamy, translucent white-to-pale-grey finish. Reminiscent of polished limestone or ocean pearls, these isopods add a clean, high-contrast look to bioactive setups. Their large, high-domed bodies make them easy to spot, and their active nature ensures they are always "on display" in your terrarium.
🧬 Species Highlights
- Scientific Name: Armadillidium granulatum "White Pearl"
- Visuals: Pearlescent white/cream body with a beautiful matte, bumpy texture.
- Morphology: High-domed, wide-bodied, and robust.
- Behavior: Bold and active; they are frequent explorers and excellent "rollers" (conglobation).
- Size: A true giant of the Armadillidium genus, reaching over 2cm.
🛠️ Care & Setup
The "White Pearl" is just as hardy as the wild type, making it a fantastic choice for keepers who want a "designer" look without the fragile care requirements of other rare species.
- Humidity: 50–70%. The Gradient Method is essential: Keep one-third of the enclosure damp with moss and the other two-thirds dry.
- Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F). Very adaptable to room temperatures.
- Ventilation: Moderate airflow is key to preventing mold and respiratory issues.
- Decor: They love to wedge themselves under cork bark or flat stones.
🥗 Diet & Nutrition
- Hardwood Leaves: The backbone of their diet. Ensure a constant supply of leaf litter.
- Calcium Boost: Critical. Because they are heavily armored, they require constant access to cuttlebone or crushed eggshells.
- Protein: Feed dried shrimp, fish flakes, or specialized isopod chow 1-2 times weekly.
- Vegetables: They particularly enjoy "orange" veggies like carrots and sweet potatoes.
📦 What's in the Box?
You will receive a starter culture of captive-bred Armadillidium granulatum "White Pearl." We include a diverse mix of sizes to ensure your colony begins breeding as soon as possible.
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- ✅ Premium Stock: Guaranteed healthy, captive-bred genetics.
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