{"product_id":"armadillo-officinalis-pink","title":"Armadillo officinalis Pink Isopod","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArmadillo officinalis Pink Isopods for Sale UK\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmadillo officinalis Pink stands out for a softer look than the deeper red or brighter orange forms in the hobby. Expect pale pink, rose, and beige-pink tones that give this morph a more pastel, refined appearance rather than a neon one, paired with the rounded shape and strong rolling response that make A. officinalis so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe other big draw is behaviour. This Southern European and Mediterranean Armadillo officinalis type is best known for classic conglobation and the characteristic hissing or stridulation response when disturbed. In a settled enclosure, they are often found under bark, within leaf litter, or around sheltered edges rather than roaming constantly across open ground, so they suit buyers who enjoy colour and behaviour together rather than nonstop surface activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes the Pink form different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e softer pink, rose, and beige-pink tones rather than the heavier saturation seen in deeper Red or brighter Orange Crush forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e rounded roller build with strong conglobation when startled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e the well-known A. officinalis hissing or stridulation response adds extra collector appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay style:\u003c\/strong\u003e more subtle and elegant than loud, high-contrast morphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow they usually behave in the enclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a cover-using roller species. Once settled, they are usually easier to spot under cork, among leaves, and around sheltered feeding spots than out on bare substrate. That quieter style does not mean the colony is doing badly. With enough cover, it often means they feel secure enough to use the enclosure normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRolling up when disturbed is expected, and the hissing response is part of the appeal of this species. Judge them by whether they use more than one covered area, feed gradually, and move between the damp refuge and drier side, not by whether they stay in the open all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSetup that suits Armadillo officinalis Pink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink Mediterranean-style balance rather than tropical wetness. A good enclosure should include a generous layer of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leaf-litter\"\u003eleaf litter\u003c\/a\u003e, several pieces of cork bark, a clear damp refuge, and a drier side that still has cover instead of bare exposed floor. They make better use of the enclosure when they can move between sheltered areas without crossing too much open ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe damp refuge can be supported with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sphagnum-moss\"\u003esphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e, but it should stay comfortably moist rather than soggy. Good airflow matters as much as moisture here. If the enclosure smells sour, the damp side stays muddy, or the whole colony compresses into one patch, the tub is often too wet, too stale, or too exposed elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium should be available long term, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/limestone\"\u003elimestone\u003c\/a\u003e is a simple way to keep that support in the enclosure. This species makes more sense in a fresh, covered setup with a moisture gradient than in a flat wet tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main diet should come from the enclosure itself: leaf litter, mature substrate, and decomposing plant material. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rot-wood\"\u003eRot wood\u003c\/a\u003e is worth including as part of that long-term grazing base as well as a sheltered place to sit against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh foods can be offered in smaller amounts, but they should stay secondary. If added foods go untouched while leaves and wood are being used slowly, that is not automatically a problem. For a broader feeding overview, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/what-do-isopods-eat\"\u003ewhat do isopods eat\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho tends to enjoy this species most\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis form suits keepers who want a calmer roller isopod with a softer colour palette and one of the hobby's most recognisable defensive behaviours. It is a strong choice for someone who enjoys checking bark undersides, leaf litter edges, and covered feeding spots rather than expecting constant open display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you mainly want bold, always-obvious activity on exposed ground, this may feel quieter than expected. The Pink form is more about subtle colour, classic A. officinalis behaviour, and a well-prepared enclosure than instant high-visibility movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare a tub with a clear damp refuge and a drier covered side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd enough leaf litter to cover most of the surface, not just a decorative scattering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude cork or bark hides so they have shaded resting places from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep calcium available in the enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for fresh air and moisture balance, not tropical saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare before you choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a stronger, more saturated look in the same species, compare this morph with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/armadillo-officinalis-red\"\u003eArmadillo officinalis Red\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/armadillo-officinalis-orange-crush\"\u003eArmadillo officinalis Orange Crush\u003c\/a\u003e. If the softer pastel look and classic hissing behaviour are the main draw, this Pink form is the more understated option. You can also browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-isopods\"\u003eall isopods\u003c\/a\u003e for a wider comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"isopods.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":56495838724476,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10+1","offer_id":57223352942972,"sku":null,"price":66.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20+2","offer_id":57223352975740,"sku":null,"price":126.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/2423\/8460\/files\/Armadillo-officinalis-pink.jpg?v=1783292801","url":"https:\/\/www.isopods.co.uk\/products\/armadillo-officinalis-pink","provider":"Isopods.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}