Invertebrate · Isopod
Powder blue isopod care guide
Porcellionides pruinosus 'Powder Blue'
The powder blue isopod is a beginner-level isopod from Captive-bred colour form (species cosmopolitan). Adults reach Body 1–1.2 cm and live 1–2 years in captivity. Fast-breeding clean-up crew; keep separate from other P. pruinosus forms.
- Enclosure 30 × 20 × 20 cm
- Temp 20–27°C
- Humidity 60–80% with a dry end
How much does a powder blue isopod cost in Canada?
Powder blue isopod quick facts
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- Body 1–1.2 cm
- Lifespan
- 1–2 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Captive-bred colour form (species cosmopolitan)
- Minimum enclosure
- 30 × 20 × 20 cm (12 × 8 × 8 in, ≈ 3 US gal)
- Housing
- A colony species – best kept in a group.
- Temperature
- 20–27°C
- Humidity
- 60–80% with a dry end
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Detritivore – leaf litter, rotting wood, vegetables, fish flakes
- Bioactive style
- Invertebrate colony
Powder blue isopod enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 30 × 20 × 20 cm (12 × 8 × 8 inches). A colony species – best kept in a group. This species suits a invertebrate colony bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix8 cm
Leaf litter is food here, not decoration – keep a thick layer topped up. Keep one side damper than the other.
Temperature: 20–27°C. Humidity: 60–80% with a dry end. UVB: Not needed.
What does a powder blue isopod eat?
Detritivore – leaf litter, rotting wood, vegetables, fish flakes. Keep leaf litter available and offer vegetables and protein 1–2 times weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Very fast; move with a soft brush.
Health watch: Colonies crash from desiccation or stagnant air.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Nothing needed most days.
Weekly
- Mist the damp side; add vegetables or protein food in small amounts and remove leftovers after 24–48 h.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter and add a calcium source (cuttlebone).
- Thin out the colony or split it if it gets crowded.
Yearly
- Replace about a third of the soil, which turns into frass over time.
Recommended for a powder blue isopod bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (30 × 20 × 20 cm).
Powder blue isopod FAQ
Is the powder blue isopod good for beginners?
Yes – the powder blue isopod is a good choice for beginners. Very fast; move with a soft brush.
What size enclosure does a powder blue isopod need?
At least 30 × 20 × 20 cm (about 12 × 8 × 8 inches, roughly 3 US gallons) for one adult. A colony species – best kept in a group.
How much does a powder blue isopod cost in Canada?
Typically $15–30 CAD to buy, about $100–170 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $20–40 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a powder blue isopod need?
Temperature: 20–27°C. Humidity: 60–80% with a dry end.
What does a powder blue isopod eat?
Detritivore – leaf litter, rotting wood, vegetables, fish flakes. Keep leaf litter available and offer vegetables and protein 1–2 times weekly.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.