Different types of isopods within the Merulanella genus

Merulanella is a genus of terrestrial isopod within the family Armadillidae. The genus originated from Vietnam and is primarily found in Central and South America. 

The merulanella genus showcases some of the most striking and rare species with vibrant colours and unique patterns. They are a brilliant display species. They have a flattened body with two pairs of antennae. An adult typically reaches between 19mm to 0.75 inches in body length. 

This genus prefers arboreal environments and is not a burrowing species of isopod. They require stable temperatures and a moderately humid environment with good ventilation. Merulanella are a very active species and tend to reproduce fairly quickly If the husbandry is just right.

There are many different types of merulanella isopods, here are some below:-

Merulanella sp. "Tricolour" 

Tricolours are very vibrant with striking shades of yellow, black and red.

Merulanella sp. "Quad colour" 

As the species name suggest, this is a four-coloured species that is similar to the Tricolor with yellow/black blotched pattern with red markers and a gold band.

NB: This species can also display black and white contrasting pattern.

Merulanella sp. Scarlet

The Scarlet species showcases a pretty custard and scarlet red colouration. 

Merulanella sp. "Vietnam" 

Vietnam displays a greyish body with a bright red or orange head

Merulanella sp Red Diablo 

The Red Diablo has a striking mix of a black with contrasting red and yellow markings.

Merulanella sp Blister

A stunning pattern of striking black, red and yellow markings. 

NB: The Blister fire species showcases a stunning cherry red colouring with contrasting yellow and black patches.

Merulanella sp. Black hole

The black hole is a unique jet black glossy looking isopod. 

Merulanella sp blister x Tricolor mix

This species tends to showcase a range of interesting colour combinations of black, yellow and some red/pink.

Merulanella sp Ember bee

The Ember been has jet black legs and underside of the body with their body developing striking yellow/red stripes

Merulanella sp Pink lambo

A gorgeous vibrant pink splotch markings on a black body with some yellow and red contrasting markings.

Merulanella sp. Lava

Lava isopods showcase a black body with lava coloured orangey red skirt.

Merulanella sp Pink Lemonade

Pink lemonades are a vibrant red and high yellow colouration.

Merulanella sp. Volcano 

As the name suggests, this species sports volcanic-like colours ranging from yellow, to orange, to orange-red and red brown. There are some species which have a more earth like brown colouration also.

Mrulanella sp. Yellow Phoenix

The Phoenix showcases high yellow colouration with very little red pigment, if any.

Merulanella sp. China

The China species have an earthy shade of brown with unique speckled contrasting pattern.

Merulanella sp. Milky edge 

The Milky Edge isopod has a black/grey body with white skirt with some hints of red/orange.