{"product_id":"venezillo-parvus-dalmatian-isopods-canada","title":"Venezillo parvus \"Dalmation\" - Dwarf Dalmation Roly Poly Isopods","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"752\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eVenezillo parvus \"Dalmatian\" Isopods\u003c\/strong\u003e are a beautiful and uncommon morph that immediately catches the eye with their distinctive spotted pattern. Much like the dog breed that inspired their name, these tiny isopods display an attractive combination of creamy white to light gray coloration covered with irregular black speckles, giving each individual a unique appearance. Their compact size, active behavior, and eye-catching markings make them an excellent choice for collectors seeking something a little different from the more common isopod species. As they mature, their contrasting pattern often becomes even more pronounced, creating a striking colony that stands out beautifully against leaf litter and natural wood.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eDespite their exotic appearance, \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eVenezillo parvus \"Dalmatian\" Isopods\u003c\/strong\u003e are relatively hardy and thrive in a well-established bioactive enclosure with a moisture gradient, deep organic substrate, abundant leaf litter, decaying hardwood, and plenty of cork bark or moss for cover. Like other tropical isopods, they benefit from consistent humidity, good airflow, calcium supplementation, and occasional protein-rich foods to support healthy molts and colony development. Their small size, unique coloration, and active foraging behavior make \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eVenezillo parvus \"Dalmatian\"\u003c\/strong\u003e an outstanding choice for naturalistic vivariums, bioactive terrariums, and collectors looking to add a rare and visually distinctive species to their isopod collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp color=\"\" style=\"--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 \/ 0.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 1.25em; margin-bottom: 0px; color: rgb(55, 65, 81); font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system,; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227);\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Cultures are started with 10-12 isopods of mixed life stages. ( May be mostly babies)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003ePlease note, we don't ship these during the cold months. (November - April). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrders placed during this time will be shipped in the spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor live arrival ensure to choose the following Shipping method:\u003cbr\u003eLIVE INSECTS OR FROZEN FEEDERS ( Live\/Fresh Arrival Guarantee)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo credit for orders when slower shipping is chosen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52704229491008,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4335\/8272\/files\/Dalmatian.jpg?v=1782702534","url":"https:\/\/www.stargazerexotics.ca\/products\/venezillo-parvus-dalmatian-isopods-canada","provider":"Stargazer Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}