# Zebra isopod — care routine

Armadillidium maculatum

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## Before arrival

- [ ] The proposed starter layout is 40 × 30 × 30 cm with young-retaining ventilation. Use about 5–8 cm of nutritious substrate, leaves, suitable rotten hardwood and low refuges. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-housing)
- [ ] Plan a growing culture with contained young and a continuing food-substrate supply. This species reproduces sexually, unlike dwarf whites. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-commitment)

## Routine checks

- [ ] Before arrival, provide nutritious leaf litter, calcium and both damp and drier areas. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-checklists)

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Check how much food is eaten, watch for unusual losses and top up leaves and other food as needed. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-checklists)
- [ ] Leave the damp-end routine for holiday cover. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-checklists)
- [ ] Record additions and transfers so a colony problem can be traced. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-checklists)

## When to stop and seek help

- [ ] Repeated losses, failed moults or persistent decline need experienced culture advice. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-health)
- [ ] Do not use insect sprays or reptile medicines. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/zebra-isopod/#knowledge-health)