{"product_id":"porcellio-laevis-dairy-cow-isopods","title":"Porcellio laevis \"Dairy Cow\" Isopods","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Porcellio laevis \"Dairy Cow\" is one of the most recognizable and beloved isopods in the entire hobby. Named for its bold black and white patterning that perfectly mimics the classic dairy cow coat, this striking color morph of Porcellio laevis is a must-have for any isopod enthusiast or bioactive keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond their incredible looks, Dairy Cow isopods are powerhouse clean-up crew members. Porcellio laevis is one of the fastest-reproducing and most voracious isopod species available, making them incredibly effective at breaking down waste, decaying matter, and uneaten food in bioactive enclosures. They are hardy, adaptable, and thrive in a wide range of conditions — a perfect combination of beauty and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Stats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcellio laevis \"Dairy Cow\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred color morph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active, bold, and peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-count group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHusbandry Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-ventilated container — Porcellio laevis prefers drier conditions than many isopod species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coco fiber or topsoil with leaf litter — keep mostly dry with a small moist corner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F — very adaptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate — this species prefers it on the drier side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf litter, vegetables, fish flakes, dried mushrooms, and cuttlebone for calcium. They are voracious eaters — feed generously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHiding spots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark and leaf litter for security and molting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want a clean-up crew that actually pulls its weight AND looks amazing doing it, the Porcellio laevis \"Dairy Cow\" is your answer. Captive-bred and raised at Field Life Pets Division in Las Vegas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Field Life Pets Division","offers":[{"title":"10ct","offer_id":48583500497128,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/1404\/6952\/files\/2823F374-374C-4311-B545-540749E2FD46.heic?v=1779596431","url":"https:\/\/www.fieldlifepets.com\/products\/porcellio-laevis-dairy-cow-isopods","provider":"Field Life Pets Division","version":"1.0","type":"link"}