{"product_id":"verhoeffs-pill-millipede","title":"Verhoeff's Pill Millipede (Rhopalomeris verhoeffi)","description":"\u003cp\u003eVerhoeff's Pill Millipede (\u003cem\u003eRhopalomeris verhoeffi\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compact, glossy pill millipede for keepers who want a small species with a distinctive rounded look. It is a good choice if you are drawn to the tight, pill-like defence shape and are happy to keep a more secretive millipede rather than one that is often out in the open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIs Verhoeff's Pill Millipede right for your setup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis species suits keepers who want a neat, polished-looking millipede and are prepared for lower visibility than with more surface-active species. Its compact size can make it practical in a carefully set-up enclosure, but the trade-off is that it may spend long periods under the substrate or under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a broader comparison between pill millipede types, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pill-millipedes\"\u003ePill Millipedes\u003c\/a\u003e collection is the best place to start. If you want a wider overview of millipede options, the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/millipede-species-guide\"\u003eMillipede Species Guide\u003c\/a\u003e is a useful fallback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen buying this species, think first about the enclosure you already have or are ready to prepare. A deep layer of organic substrate, leaf litter, decaying wood and suitable moisture are the main practical points that affect whether it will settle well. It is a better fit for keepers who are happy to build the setup around the animal rather than expect a highly visible display species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a quick compare with similar options, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tiger-pill-millipede\"\u003eYellow Tiger Pill Millipede (Hyleoglomeris Longkerdae)\u003c\/a\u003e offers a different look, while the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lanna-giant-pill-millipede\"\u003eLanna Giant Pill Millipede (Zephronia lannaensis)\u003c\/a\u003e may appeal if you want a larger pill millipede.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect once it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter transport, it is normal for pill millipedes to keep a low profile while they settle in. Reduced surface activity does not usually mean there is a problem, since these animals often choose to stay underground or under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA calm, established enclosure is more important than decoration. Stable moisture, a suitably deep substrate and plenty of organic matter are the main things that help this species settle and behave naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want a compact pill millipede with a glossy finish and can accept that it may not be highly visible, Verhoeff's Pill Millipede is a strong, specialist choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"isopods.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":57287516881276,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"4+0","offer_id":57287516914044,"sku":null,"price":45.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"8+0","offer_id":57287516946812,"sku":null,"price":86.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.isopods.co.uk\/products\/verhoeffs-pill-millipede","provider":"Isopods.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}