Armadillidium jerrentrupi (Jerrentrup's Pill Woodlouse)

Native to northern Greece, Armadillidium jerrentrupi is a beautiful European isopod with rich chocolate-brown colouring and vivid orange bands running along the edges of its body segments. The contrast between the dark body and warm orange markings gives this species a particularly striking appearance.

Found naturally in the woodlands and shrublands of northeastern Greece, this species was only formally described in 2008. Its distinctive colouring and relatively limited natural range make it a lovely addition to any European isopod collection, particularly for those who enjoy the more colourful members of the Armadillidium genus.

Care Information

• Size: Mixed sizes.
• Diet: Rotting hardwood, leaf litter (oak, beech, maple, chestnut, Asian species), and lichen form the staple diet. Supplement regularly with calcium (cuttlefish bone, limestone, or powdered calcium carbonate), protein-rich treats (fish flakes, shrimp pellets) and vegetables (squash, carrot, zucchini, or sweet potato).
• Temperature: 20–24 °C. Room temperature is usually fine
• Humidity: 60–80%. Maintain a moist/dry gradient: one side humid with moss or damp substrate, the other drier. Mist lightly or use a dropper every week to maintain stability without waterlogging.
• Ventilation: Provide good cross-ventilation to prevent stagnation, while keeping humidity stable.
• Substrate: Substrate minimum ~5cm deep mix, organic soil, flake soil, rotting wood, sphagnum moss, and leaf litter. Add cork bark and hardwood pieces for shelter.
• Enclosure: 3L Braplast tub or larger. For growing colonies 5L and 11L tubs may be more suitable.

Isopods are shipped securely in ventilated tubs with damp moss for safe travel.

Note: If you are interested in larger quantities than those listed, or want any advise, please get in contact!