Armadillidium granulatum with orange gene

These curious isopods, although they seem normal, are discarded from those that are born normal from the naranjito, in their next offspring there will possibly be a naranjito. It is an easy species to maintain and it breeds easily and in abundance.

They are animals that decompose organic matter, they feed on everything, including animal excrement, which makes them ideal for keeping bioactive terrariums.

Unlike insects that have a chitin exoskeleton, these have a calcium carbonate shell, which is why they are a great source of minerals for our reptiles.

They can also be kept as pets, especially some somewhat rarer and more striking species, which is why there are also species considered to be collectibles.