Betta132 54 Posted November 19, 2017 Report Share Posted November 19, 2017 Are there any isopods that can be seen out and about when their enclosure is lit by ambient room light? I'd really like to set up an itty-bitty isopod vivarium for display purposes, maybe even something multi-layered to look like the inside of a fallen log, and I'd like to be able to actually see the lil guys. Could probably set up something really cool-looking with cork bark as structure and actual rotting wood as food. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allpet Roaches 120 Posted November 19, 2017 Report Share Posted November 19, 2017 If you put bark angled against the side you can see them all the time if it is the only good shelter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hisserdude 876 Posted November 20, 2017 Report Share Posted November 20, 2017 Most species are rather secretive, even the more active Spanish isopods. Like Allpet roaches suggested, if you make it so that their only hides are ones that are pressed up against the enclosure walls, you'll always be able to see them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
varnon 28 Posted November 27, 2017 Report Share Posted November 27, 2017 I've seen native Armadillidium vulgare up and running about during the day time. They are a little more resistant to dry conditions, so I think that might let them be a little more mobile during the day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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