Powder Orange Isopods (Porcellionides pruinosus)

Powder Orange Isopods (Porcellionides pruinosus "Orange") are our most popular isopod — and for good reason. One of the best beginner isopods available, Powder Oranges are a top-rated clean-up crew for bioactive vivariums, terrariums, and reptile or amphibian enclosures. Medium-sized and fast-reproducing, they are incredibly docile with soft bodies that make them an ideal feeder for dart frogs, small geckos, baby chameleons, and other small reptiles and amphibians.

They tolerate a wide range of environments including semi-arid and humid setups, making them one of the most versatile isopods available.

Best for: Bioactive vivariums, semi-arid and tropical enclosures, dart frog tanks, feeder isopods for small reptiles and amphibians, beginner isopod keepers

Frequently asked: Yes, Powder Orange Isopods work great in both desert and tropical vivariums. They are safe with dart frogs and other small amphibians and are one of the most recommended feeders for small insectivores.

Why IHEARTBUGS? We are a USDA and FDACS permitted facility with over a decade of experience raising healthy, thriving isopod colonies. 

We feed Powder Oranges lots of leaf litter, cuttlebone or a calcium source, fish flakes, dried shrimp and fish, carrots, and squash. For full care guides and tips, visit our blog and YouTube channel.

Please see shipping details for shipping cost information and live arrival guarantee.

Isopods will be shipped in a container of organic peat moss, sphagnum moss, and organic leaf litter.

A thick layer of leaf litter at all times is the key to a thriving isopod colony.

Skill level: Beginner isopod

Humidity: Tolerates humid and arid environments

Breeding: Fast breeder that breeds easily