One of the most popular Porcellionides Isopods, the Oreo Crumble Isopods originates from the Southern European and Mediterranean regions. These medium to large sized isopods are beginner-friendly pets. They make a great addition to moderately humid terrarium setups. They have a distinct whitish black hue. They require low maintenance. These Porcellionides Isopods have a powdery appearance. The Oreo Crumble Isopods are prolific and hardy creatures.

Oreo Crumble Isopods: A Glimpse

• Origin: Mediterranean, Southern European

• Scientific Name: Porcellionides Pruinosus

• Difficulty: Low

• Rarity: Low

• Temperature: 65 to 85℉

• Size: 3 cm

• Humidity: 65 to 90%

• Favourable  Foods: Cuttlebone, decaying leaves, calcium powder

An Overview

Oreo Crumble Isopods are Porcellionides isopods that are not that rare, unlike the other types of Porcellionides isopods. They are also Mediterranean natives characterized by their whitish hue in contrast to the environment that they foster within. 

Oreo Crumble Isopods are whitish-black coloured isopods that have a powdery appearance. They are ideal for kids who will be first-time pet parents. Being from the warm but humid climates, they will thrive in terrarium and vivarium setups with slightly humid environments. 

The highlight of these Porcellionides species is their ability to survive in extreme temperatures. They are ideal isopods because of their calm temperament and non-aggressiveness. Feeding the Oreo Crumble Isopods is not very difficult. 

Oreo Crumble Isopods are detrivores. These clean-up crew members are more active during the daytime compared to the nighttime. These socializing Porcellionides isopods have a highly proactive nature.

The Oreo Crumble Isopods have an impressive appearance. They would not make completely ideal pets for very small kids because they are soft-body creatures that need to be handled a little carefully.

Basic Care

You can use the following instructions and tips to provide the best care to the Oreo Crumble Isopods.

• You can use spacious bioactive terrarium or vivarium setups to house the Oreo Crumble Isopods.

• Maintain the container’s temperature within 65 to 85℉.

• It is essential to ensure slight humidity within the enclosure. 

• Don’t keep the enclosure in direct light. 

• Make use of calcium powder and cuttlebone to feed the Oreo Crumble Isopods.

• You can make only small ventilation holes within the enclosure.

Oreo Crumble Isopods: Feeding

Oreo Crumble Isopods are primarily detrivores. These isopods have a bigger diet than the size of their body. Oreo Crumble Isopods can feed on dead organic matter to fulfil their voracious appetite. They are fond of decaying cork bark and leaf litter. These Porcellionides isopod species consume protein-rich foods like meat scraps. They also feed on fish food and earthworm castings.

Oreo Crumble Isopods: Appearance And Behavior

• Oreo Crumble Isopods thrive in arid and tropical climates.

• They can be a suitable choice for beginners who can take care of their massive appetites. 

• These Porcellionides isopods should not be overfed. Overfeeding the Oreo Crumble Isopods can attract unwanted pests in an enclosure. 

• These Porcellionides isopods can grow up to 3 cm.

• The Oreal Crumble isopods have a soft carapace. 

Oreo Crumble Isopods: Habitat

Oreo Crumble Isopods fertilize as well as lay numerous eggs in the soil. The eggs of the Oreo Crumble Isopods can incubate for several days before they hatch. Two Oreo Crumble Isopods can mate together in order to produce offspring. 

Oreo Crumble Isopods: Substrate Mix

These Porcellionides isopods will need dried leaf litter in the substrate mix to feed themselves. You can add sphagnum moss and coco peat. A great substrate mix for Oreo Crumble Isopods can also include rotten wood and wood bark. The substrate mix depth for the Oreo Crumble Isopods needs to be deep enough to promote the digging interest of the critters.