Porcellio sevilla

Porcellio sevilla

Porcellio sevilla is a fantastic species for keepers looking to add something a little different to their collection. With their attractive natural colouring, chunky body shape and active personality, these are a brilliant addition to any isopod setup.

Like many Porcellio species, P. sevilla is an active and interesting isopod that can often be seen exploring the enclosure, especially when kept in a well-established colony. They make excellent members of a bioactive clean-up crew, helping to break down leaf litter, decaying wood and other organic material.

They are relatively straightforward to keep when provided with the basics they need: a moisture gradient, plenty of leaf litter, decaying hardwood, hiding places and a reliable source of calcium. As the colony settles in and starts breeding, you can soon have a busy little population working away in the enclosure.

Whether you're an experienced isopod keeper or just starting to build your collection, Porcellio sevilla is a species well worth adding to the list.

Why you'll love them

🪵 Active and fascinating to watch

🌿 Great for bioactive enclosures

🍂 Excellent natural recyclers

🦐 Interesting Porcellio species for collectors

🥚 Can establish and reproduce well when kept correctly

Species: Porcellio sevilla

Type: Terrestrial isopod

Difficulty: Intermediate

Adult size: Approximately 2cm+

Another weird and wonderful species available from Isolife — because we don't just do isopods, we love bringing you something different!