Isopods

Isopods are tiny crustaceans universally famous for their clean-up abilities. And let’s face it, that’s not a bad reputation to have in the ecological sphere. Indeed, it is this inherent talent that has made them a popular choice of critter in vivariums the world over. They’re hardy, easy to breed, and beneficial to have around. …

Isopods are creatures that are closely related to crustaceans. There are around 10,000 different types of isopods that can be found on both land and in aquatic environments. As they are not aggressive and are an interesting type of species, they have become popular pets. Isopods, both terrestrial and aquatic, are easy to care for. …

Isopods are most often found lurking in dark, damp areas abundant with decaying matter. Also referred to as roly-polies or sowbugs, these tiny, armored chewing machines subsist on a diet of rotting plants and animals, or really anything of the sort that they can get their mandibles on. Have you ever wondered how isopods eat?  …

My grandson has decided he wants to learn about ecosystems and to explain how nature and the cycle of things work, I got him a small terrarium. The sealed tank was a real joy at first, but soon, the tank became a “stank” and I had to move it to the back porch due to …

In this article, I am going to talk about how isopods breathe. My son loves to play with whatever he can find in nature, and since he first discovered that isopods are actually crustaceans, he has been dropping the ones he finds in the garden into our fish tank. I know better, and I called …