Species profile
Adinda sp "Fire Ember"
Adinda sp "Fire Ember" is an absolutely beautiful tropical species of isopod from Malaysia. It has glowing ember-red and orange colouration on a dark base. Despite their fiery name and visuals "Fire Ember" are a very relaxed and calm species. Similar to Adinda sp "Grizzly Bear" when disturbed they prefer to freeze or play dead rather than flee.
A UK first for this species - extremely rare and not very prolific!
Quick facts
Genus
Adinda
Species
"Fire Ember"
Difficulty
Advanced
Country
Malaysia
Size
Medium
Temperature
22–26°C
Humidity
High
Ventilation
Moderate
Status
In current collection
Adinda sp "Fire Ember"
