Filipinodillo sp "Giant Banahao"

Also known as Filipinodillo sp “Banahaw”, Filipinodillo sp “Giant Banahao” is an impressive species, notable for its exceptional size and thick, heavy build, with adults capable of exceeding 3 cm in length. This species features wide, flat lateral edges and a bold, solid dark stripe running down the centre of the body. It is also sexually dimorphic, with males typically darker and more black in colouration, while females display a lighter, speckled brown pattern, making the differences between the sexes easy to distinguish.

These isopods are captive-bred (CB).

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: 20–26 °C.
• Humidity: 80-90%. Filipinodillo species require higher humidities than most other species and appreciate wetter conditions. Maintain a moist/dry gradient: 3/4 humid with moss or damp substrate, the other quarter 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!