Armadillidium vulgare 'Magi Potion': a truly magical Isopod

One of my favourite Isopods I keep is without question Armadillidium vulgare 'Magic Potion' a fantastic morph of the species.
Their magical appearance ensnares anyone whom comes into contact with them. Extremely variable not one is the same as the other, easy to care for makes them an ideal candidate for the beginner isopod hobbyist but also captivating to even advanced hobbyists.
I believe this incredible isopod will be a top favourite of many for years to come.
Thank you kindly for watching my friends,
Biggs
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[@shawndoe2834]

I enjoy your narration, your content, and the classical background music really puts the 'class' into your videos.

[@scottwhitten5089]

I appreciate the education on these very unique “land shrimp.” I am not venturing out to start a colony but I am glad to know more about them through your husbandry and conservation.

[@themadaquarist]

So nice of you Scott, Thank you

[@SupremeGecko]

Great video! Nice closeups, exceptional information! Oh my gosh, you are too kind for adding the shoutout!!! Dude. Much love.

[@themadaquarist]

Top notch products and top notch people need to be mentioned repeatedly! Glad to promote my friend. Thank you as always Wally.

[@Beautiful_Bella]

We’re looking for some right now that’s why we’re watching your video

[@themadaquarist]

I wish to get some of the larger American line of his coming summer when I shall be down south to compare

[@changjulia9945]

Planning a terrarium for this one!!❤

[@themadaquarist]

Still one of my absolute favourites.
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[@sarahsunshine8455]

WE LOVE ❤WALLY!

[@themadaquarist]

How can one not?

[@sarahsunshine8455]

@@themadaquarist Much agreed 👍 I just checked out your channel and subscribed!

[@themantisgarden]

Cool video, Chris. Been a while since I kept this species and I just ordered some. Figured I better brush up on their care as I couldn't remember if they needed anything special. Evidently, not lol Still, got to watch your video which is special enough :)

[@amyesworldcatherinesminime7945]

Nice species/morph spotlight. I hope to try these another day, was so disheartened my starter culture dwindled to nothing.

[@SkullAquatics]

I really like this Isopod 👍👍👍

[@themadaquarist]

They are pretty fantastic

[@mraquaticnews5676]

Excellent footage! Really colourful Isopods interesting markings! Never thought Isopods would be a big hobby.

[@themadaquarist]

I don't know if the hobby would ever be considered big but regardless I do find them fascinating

[@mraquaticnews5676]

@@themadaquarist many videos of Isopod keepers have popped up in recent years, I'd say hobby is gaining traction.

[@themadaquarist]

I was also working behind the scenes for a few years and they are now some isopods are available is the petstore chain.

[@mraquaticnews5676]

@@themadaquarist Cool! Definitely not my choice of pet, seeing them on your channel is much appreciated!

[@ChantalsCritters]

Great video. They are all pretty in their own ways

[@themadaquarist]

But I loves these ones a wee bit more

[@isobuddies]

Excellent video, eh?
Love how you incorporated the "recipe" for these awesome pods.

[@themadaquarist]

Thanks Sir Dude

[@JaylenSmokey]

Have you worked with Armadillidium granulatum 'lemon'? They produce magic potions as well. They're much larger than vulgare and have the granulated look of the granulatums.

[@themadaquarist]

No I have not but apparently I NEEDS THEM!

[@Emlah9081]

I plan on getting some of these little guys in the next few weeks and was wondering if tap water is okay for them? (I know its full of chemicals) hence why im asking. If not then what sort of water should i use and where can i get it? Thank you (:

[@mraquaticnews5676]

Cool narration ✌

[@themadaquarist]

Thank you kindly

[@mraquaticnews5676]

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[@ericfab4858]

Canada wooooooooooooooo

[@themadaquarist]

Thanks Eric

[@Emma-wi8ri]

Are they easy to breed?

[@themadaquarist]

Yes very easy

[@saleena1478]

They okay for crested geckos ?

[@themadaquarist]

Wouldn’t hurt but I have a large mixed bag of isopods to a friend when they setup his daughters crested gecko bioactive vivarium. They’ve multiplied like crazy and the gecko doesn’t really eat them. According to her. Here’s a link to that video should you wish to see yourself.
czcams.com/video/cVdLjcxFscE/video.html

[@belowwater]

this is screaming for the green Glo-fish version isn't it?

[@themadaquarist]

Maybe but what were the purpose of their development be? Testing for soil contamination?

[@belowwater]

@@themadaquarist illuminating old cardboard in the basement and garage?

[@themadaquarist]

Lol several species do glow under black light already

[@RaspberryRampage]

what species is at 1:06?

[@themadaquarist]

Merulanella sp. Ember Bee

[@bleiusbleu6813]

WE WANT FRENCH SUBTITLES! ✊✊✊

[@Dr._Spamy]

Do they glow in the dark !? 🤪

[@themadaquarist]

Sadly no