Porcellio duboscqui "Troglophila" Isopod in Canada

Porcellio duboscqui "Troglophila" refers to a subspecies of woodlice belonging to the Porcellionidae family. "Troglophila" indicates their adaptation to cave environments, as they are often found in subterranean habitats, hence the name.

These woodlice typically exhibit adaptations to their cave-dwelling lifestyle, such as reduced eyesight or pigmentation. These adaptations help them thrive in the dark, humid conditions of caves where they scavenge for organic matter, aiding in the breakdown of detritus.

In terms of care, if you're interested in keeping Porcellio duboscqui "Troglophila" in captivity, you would need to replicate their natural environment as closely as possible. This would involve providing a dark, humid enclosure with plenty of hiding places, such as rocks or bark. Substrate should be kept moist to mimic cave conditions, and a diet consisting of decaying organic matter would be appropriate.

In captivity, they require a moist environment and a diet rich in organic matter, such as decaying leaves or specialized woodlice food. They are relatively easy to care for and can be kept in terrariums or vivariums with appropriate substrate and hiding places. However, they do require consistent moisture levels to prevent dehydration.

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