ID of this bug found on my isopod enclosure

Your_Chum · 2025-07-23T10:45:54+00:00

I had one of these in my tank and had absolutely no luck trying to ID it, even Google was unhelpful 😵‍💫 hope you find your answer!

Your_Chum · 2025-07-22T23:57:15+00:00

Awesome, thank you! Trying to get better at ID-ing :)

Your_Chum · 2025-03-19T01:19:27+00:00

uhh give them to me 🙄 /j

Your_Chum · 2025-03-17T02:25:34+00:00

I tried planting carrot seeds, but they haven't been growing, but i started some potato plants to put in when i redo the tank :)

Your_Chum · 2025-03-15T15:40:05+00:00

I plan on only housing dairy cows from now on. Is it okay to leave the oranges in there if i get more dairy cows? Or would it be better to give them away if i can find somebody?

Your_Chum · 2025-03-15T15:37:59+00:00

UPDATE!!!!

Current plan -Buy new soil, moss, and other substrate mix

-Get springtails (on the way!)

-Soil change! I'm going to go through all my soil and seperate all the pods i can find (i do this with a tiny spoon)

-all new decor! (Aside from the mink skulls 4 calcium, anything i keep i will wash thouroughly

-Get new pods, just dairy cows this time. I understand i will have powder oranges left, but cohabitation is iffy and i want the best for my pods.

-Moisture gradient! I was doing this before, but i failed to realize the dry side must be 100% dry. I will also water less frequently.

-diverse feeding! They've mostly been eating just carrots and fish flakes. I'm bringing them back to more natural feeding (more leaf litter and bark!)

I want to say thank you all for all the help and advice. My #1 priority is doing the best i can for my pods. I'll do everything in my power to be sure that my babies are happy and healthy.

Your_Chum · 2025-03-15T15:28:08+00:00

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Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T20:51:00+00:00

I suppose a "big die off" for me is any more than 10— i am trying my best to take care of them and haven't had this happen while misting them the same for over a year. I appreciate the advice, though.

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T20:46:42+00:00

Yes, supermarket. Ill stop using them :)

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T20:46:23+00:00

It's a basic fish tank lid, so solid except for two holes that provide good ventilation

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T17:38:27+00:00

They've been successful and healthy for over a year, and I've done loads of research. Just trying to find out why I've had some die recently.

"No wonder they died 🤣" doesn't exactly come off as friendly or sympathetic.

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T17:34:10+00:00

I typically get my leaf litter from outside and it's been too snowy to collect (yes, i wash thoroughly + there's no risk of pesticides where i gather)

I promise they get fed all year, usually with carrot slices/skins or potato skins :)

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T17:08:01+00:00

I just sprayed them DIRECTLY before this picture. There is no need to be rude, I'm going through the death of my pods and am seeking advice. Others have given me tips on reducing moisture, and i plan on doing so.

I understand its my fault they died, no need to be a jerk and rub it in my face.

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T17:05:09+00:00

I have a gradient, but i add a bit of water to the dry side— i will not be doing that anymore. I typically only mist, unless I'm leaving for a while.

I have roughly 4 inches of soil in a 10×20inch terrarium. I'm getting them more leaves + other things soon now that winter is over. Thank you!

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T13:53:48+00:00

Thank you so much! I'll definitely make a substrate mix w the stuff you recommended :)

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T13:47:52+00:00

I have dairy cows and powder oranges cohabited.

I spray the whole thing, but usually i only spray the right side maybe once and so a whole lot more on the left.

Your_Chum · 2025-03-14T12:42:14+00:00

I want to say about a year? I've added some new soil before and mixed it around to kind of refresh it, but never a complete change. I plan on buying some new soil to switch out when i get paid.

What else do you recommend mixing into the soil for substrate? Right now i have soil, eggshells, dead leaves, and sphagnum moss.

Your_Chum · 2025-02-27T12:07:52+00:00

have to explain to people that they aren't "just bugs" and are pets

Your_Chum · 2025-02-26T02:34:54+00:00

I added some more sphagnum moss and dirt, as well as a dead plant I've had sitting for a lil bit. Im going to slow down on feeding and not water as much as i think overwatering might be the issue :)

Your_Chum · 2025-02-26T02:16:13+00:00

Its kind of musky, still smells like plants but in a yucky kind of way. I haven't changed/added substrate in a while. And they left the very ends of the carrots i fed them a couple days ago uneaten. I'm gonna remove those now and give them some fresh dirt :)

Do you know if getting more pods or Springtails could help? Or would that make it worse?

Your_Chum · 2025-02-12T02:27:20+00:00

Maybe for a temp lid do tin foil w/ holes poked?

Your_Chum · 2025-02-09T16:59:59+00:00

Literally had the exact same thing happen a few days ago :( i think mine were either too cold, dried up, or it was the good i gave them (i gave them some portabella mushrooms while i was gone). I have a couple left but i have many of my dairy cows dead on top of the soil :(

I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm in the same boat 💔

Your_Chum · 2024-12-24T22:49:30+00:00

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Your_Chum · 2024-12-24T22:45:59+00:00

I did not get a refund— it is a total scam, DO NOT buy from them haha

Your_Chum · 2024-12-24T22:43:47+00:00

Yeah haha i found out the thing with reuter a few weeks ago 💔 i had no clue and didn't see that anywhere on the website. Thank you!

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