Unlock Nature's Little Custodians!
Introducing our carefully selected pack of 10 Orange Isopods (Porcellio scaber – The Classic Aussie Slater with a Citrus Twist!) —a brilliant and eco-conscious solution for maintaining a healthy, balanced environment in your terrarium or garden. These vibrant little decomposers efficiently break down organic matter, enhancing soil health and reducing maintenance. Whether you’re a terrarium keeper, exotic pet enthusiast, or passionate gardener, these isopods act as a natural, chemical-free cleanup crew—turning waste into nourishment for your plants.
Care Tips:
Habitat: Provide soil or coco-peat substrate with leaf litter and wood
Humidity: Maintain moderate moisture—damp but not waterlogged
Temperature: Ideal range is 20–25°C (68–77°F)
Shelter: Add hiding places like bark, moss, and stones
Feeding: Supplement with vegetable scraps, decomposing leaves, and calcium sources like cuttlebone
Why You'll Love Them:
Excellent cleanup crew for terrariums or vivariums
Visually stunning for display—great contrast in darker substrates
Hardy and easy to care for—perfect for beginners
Sustainably supports plant health by turning organic waste into usable nutrients
Key Features:
Pack Size: 10 lively orange isopods
Coloration: Bold orange hues, adding a pop of color to your enclosure
Behavior: Detritivores—they feed on decaying leaves, wood, and plant material
Habitat: Found under logs, in leaf litter, compost, and damp garden spaces
Bioactive Role: Break down waste material, aerate soil, and recycle nutrients
Pest Note: In natural outdoor environments (especially agriculture), slaters may become minor pests in high numbers, particularly around stubble and cracked soils
Fun Fact: Slaters can be caught using simple home methods like citrus halves or veggie peel traps in gardens
About the Species:
Our Orange Isopods are a form of Porcellio scaber, a hardy, adaptable species originally native to Europe and now widespread across Australia. Commonly known as slaters, these isopods are part of everyday Aussie gardens and bioactive setups. Their eye-catching orange colour makes them a popular choice for adding visual interest to your micro-ecosystem.
Shipping & Pickup:
Shipping: Orders will be sent via express post the following Monday after your order is completed (not placed). We need time to gather the goods, so please note the shipping timing.
Delivery Note: If you choose to have your little critters posted, we cannot be liable for any delays in delivery or any unfortunate loss during transit. Our critters are packed with the utmost care, but once they’re sent, the process is out of our control. Please be aware of this before making your purchase.
Pick-up: Available at The Makers Den in Clifford Gardens. Pickup times can be selected at checkout.
Whether you’re building a thriving terrarium or just looking to boost your garden's health, our Orange Isopods are a hardworking and eye-catching team of soil superheroes. Choose nature’s own for a sustainable, vibrant habitat.
