{"product_id":"isopods","title":"Isopods - Bioactive Clean-up Crew","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"squad-bearded-dragon spw-squad-modern spw-product-page\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spw-title-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spw-title-main\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eIsopods – Bioactive Clean-Up Crew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spw-title-space\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spw-product-content\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cnav class=\"spw-quick-links\" aria-label=\"Product information sections\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"#spw-overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"#spw-benefits\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"#spw-suitability\"\u003eSuitable Set-Ups\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"#spw-introduction\"\u003eIntroducing Isopods\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"#spw-care\"\u003eCare\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/nav\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spw-chip-row\" aria-label=\"At a glance\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"spw-chip\"\u003eLive Bioactive Isopods\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"spw-chip\"\u003eNatural Clean-Up Crew\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"spw-chip\"\u003eHelps Break Down Organic Waste\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"spw-chip\"\u003eFor Suitable Bioactive Enclosures\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"spw-panel\" id=\"spw-overview\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSmall Workers for a Bioactive Enclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIsopods are small terrestrial crustaceans used as part of the clean-up crew in suitable bioactive reptile and amphibian enclosures. Once established within the substrate, they feed on decaying plant material, shed skin, leftover organic matter and other biodegradable waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eWorking alongside beneficial microorganisms and, where appropriate, springtails, isopods help recycle nutrients and support a more natural, living enclosure. Although some reptiles and amphibians may occasionally eat them, these isopods are primarily supplied as a bioactive clean-up crew rather than as conventional livefood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"spw-panel\" id=\"spw-benefits\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhy Add Isopods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelp break down decaying leaves and other organic material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eContribute to the natural recycling of nutrients within the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSupport a healthier, more balanced bioactive environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProvide natural movement and activity beneath the leaf litter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMay provide occasional supplementary prey for suitable enclosure inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan establish a self-sustaining colony when provided with suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"spw-panel\" id=\"spw-suitability\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSuitable Set-Ups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIsopods may be suitable for established or newly prepared bioactive enclosures housing reptiles, amphibians and selected invertebrates. They require an appropriate substrate, access to moisture, shelter and a continuing supply of suitable organic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eDifferent isopod species can have different temperature, humidity and ventilation requirements. Always confirm that the variety supplied is compatible with your enclosure conditions and intended inhabitants before introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIsopods support routine enclosure maintenance but do not remove the need for regular observation, spot cleaning and responsible animal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"spw-panel\" id=\"spw-introduction\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eIntroducing Your Clean-Up Crew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePrepare the bioactive substrate before introducing the isopods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProvide plenty of leaf litter, pieces of cork bark or similar natural cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMaintain a suitably moist refuge so the isopods can regulate their hydration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGently place the isopods beneath leaf litter or shelter rather than leaving them exposed on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAllow time for the colony to settle and begin reproducing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAvoid substrates or decorations treated with pesticides or other harmful chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"spw-panel\" id=\"spw-care\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCaring for Your Isopods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMaintain suitable moisture, ventilation and temperature for the isopod variety supplied. Provide decaying leaves and other appropriate organic matter, together with a suitable calcium source where required. Do not allow the entire enclosure to become waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBefore introduction, keep the container secure, ventilated and away from direct sunlight and temperature extremes. Introduce the isopods to their prepared enclosure as soon as reasonably practical after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIsopod sizes, numbers and appearance may vary naturally between batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Superpet Warehouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57119862260038,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9022\/3174\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug13_2026_12_24_50PM_1.png?v=1786620313","url":"https:\/\/www.superpetwarehouse.co.uk\/products\/isopods","provider":"Superpet Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}