Porcellio bolivari "Yellow Ghost" – Captive-Bred

Porcellio bolivari “Yellow Ghost” is a large-bodied isopod species native to Spain, prized for its striking ghost-like appearance and yellow colouration. This morph has been selectively bred for a unique mutation that produces a bright golden-yellow streak running down the back, contrasted against a pale grey body.

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. Room temperature is usually fine
• Humidity: 30–40%. Requires much drier conditions than most species. Maintain a moist/dry gradient: 1/8 of the tub humid with moss or damp substrate, the remaining 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. Good air flow is a must.
• 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!