JUMBO High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods (Armadillidium Gestroi)

Everything you like about normal gestoris but over 20% bigger - meet the Jumbo Gestroi Isopods originate from the tropical region of France. These are very similar to the normal gestrois however the JUMBO type are said to be around 20% larger however I personally would say they are larger than that. The neon yellow on them is brighter in appearance compared to the normal gestrois.

High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods: A Glimpse

• Origin: France
• Scientific Name: Armadillidium gestroi
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Size: Up to 1.8 Centimeters
• Rarity: Low/ Medium
• Temperature: 68℉ to77℉
• Humidity: 70% to 80%
• Favourite Foods: Fish Carcasses, Shrimp

Jumbo Gestroi Isopods: An Overview

High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods are not very commonly found in comparison to other popular isotopes from the same origin. These European natives are renownedfor theirvibrant high yellow exoskeletons that exude a radiant glow. They have a distinctive yellow and cream color, scattered patches, and markings. They are suitable for novice keepers.

Being native to regions in the Mediterranean and Southern Europe, High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods have an enclosure with high-humidity. They have a veryimpressive appearance.They make good pets because of their ease of care. You can use plastic and glass enclosures to house them.

Feeding Jumbo Gestroi Isopods is very convenient. These isopods can eat mostly anything from decaying plant and animal matter to vegetables and fungi. You will need to ensure a humid atmosphere to conveniently house them. Minimize exposure to severe weather conditions whenever possible.

High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods: Basic Care

You can use the following instructions and tips to provide the best care to the High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods.

• You can use either a glass vivarium or plastic containers for housing for your Jumbo Gestroi Isopods.
• Maintain the container’s temperature within 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
• It is essential to ensure high humidity inside the enclosure.
• You can minimize ventilation holes to prevent excessive humidity loss.
• Don’t keep the enclosure in direct light.
• Position moss on an enclosure partly. Ensure the moss has enough moisture at all times.
• Make use of decaying plant and animal matter as food for isopods.
• You could even feed them with vegetables, fungi, decaying food, worms, dead insects, leaf litter, lichens, and algae where this is available.

High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods: Feeding

High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods are detritivores. They mostly consume decaying plant and animal matter only. They also feed on a variety of food items such as leaf litter, algae, etc. 

They tend to be voracious eaters. Since they are ahighly active group, it's essential to provide them with adequate and nutritious supplements to ensure their optimal health.These isotope pet owners can use calcium, protein, vitamin E, and vitamin D supplements, etc.

One common mistake made by High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopod owners is overfeeding. This can be problematic due to the high humidity levels typically present within the enclosure.

In high humidity conditions, any leftover food can rapidly deteriorate. This can encourage mold growth. It can disrupt the balance within the enclosure. It can potentially result in various issues. Therefore, it's recommended to provide only an amount of food that Jumbo Gestroi Isopods can consume in one feeding session.

High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods crave fallen leaves, moss, dead wood, and lynches. They are always looking for food rich in calcium. This is why they often prefer eating different kinds of stones, dead insects, and more. However, you can always feed them with decaying plant matter.

High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods: Appearance and Behaviour

• High Yellow Spotted Giant isopod is one relatively small isopod. It can grow to nearly 1.5 centimeters in length.

• The isopod species’ name is inspired by its yellow color, scattered markings, and ability to curl into a ball.

• These isopods have unique yellow and cream color. They have many markings and scattered patches along their lengths.

• As these isopods exude a radiant glow, they make aesthetically appealing pets.

• As they reach maturity, their color gradually darkens and becomes more like a brown hue.

• Since they don't grow very large in size like the giant worms, these Isopods are well-suited for small pets.

• These isotopesmake essential members of the bioactive food chain of a terrarium. They help in decomposition and disease control.

• They are very easy to maintain and handle. They make attractive pets for children of young ages.

Jumbo Gestroi Isopods: Habitat

High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods thrive in high humidity. This is why it is ideal to create a humid environment for them, minimizing any moisture loss whenever possible. Utilize a plastic container to store the Jumbo Gestroi Isopods or add them to an enclosure with live terrarium plants.

Once these isopod familiarize with the conditions, then you can transfer it to a suitable enclosure. However, it is essential to keep the total of ventilation holes to a minimum. Excessive ventilation holes can lower the internal humidity, potentially causing unprecedented problems for the spotted giant isopods.

Elevated humidity in the closure can attract pests. Add springtails inside the enclosure. This will prevent pests from entering the enclosure. Springtails are also effective in managing mold. 

Jumbo Gestroi Isopods: Substrate Mix

Selecting the appropriate substrate mix is important for maintaining an ideal habitat for High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods. Since they grow in high humidity conditions, the mix should be advantageous for maintaining such an environment.

An optimal mix with excellent water retention properties is essential for preserving high humidity levels within a High Yellow Spotted Giant Isopods enclosure. Given their detritivores nature, adding lichens and leaf litter into the substrate mix can be beneficial for them.

High Yellow Spotted Giant isopods also enjoy living inside hiding spots as much as possible. Experts highly recommend that you add a thick leaf litter and lichens layer at the top of the mix. You can add things likecoconut coir, charcoal, calcium supplements, etc., in the mix to create a suitable environment for them