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Rust (Armadillidium Nastatum)
Rust (Armadillidium nasatum) Isopods – Unique Color, Hardy Build, and Great Personality
The Rust morph of Armadillidium nasatum is a striking and resilient isopod variety with rich reddish-brown tones that deepen as they mature. These isopods are an excellent addition to bioactive enclosures and display colonies alike, offering both visual interest and functional cleanup ability. Their elongated “nasatum” snout and active behavior make them a standout choice for keepers of all experience levels.
Key Features:
🧱 Rust-Toned Coloration – Named for their beautiful burnt-orange to coppery-brown hues, Rust isopods provide a warm, earthy splash of color that contrasts beautifully with leaf litter and substrate.
🧹 Efficient Waste Managers – Like other A. nasatum, Rust isopods excel at breaking down organic debris, including mold, decaying wood, and leftover food — helping maintain a healthy enclosure ecosystem.
🌿 Resilient and Adaptable – They thrive in well-ventilated setups with moderate humidity (60–70%) and temperatures between 68–78°F. A flexible species that does well in a variety of bioactive conditions.
🐾 Visible and Curious – Rust isopods are often active and visible, especially at dawn and dusk. Their inquisitive behavior and unique movement make them a fun species to observe.
🐣 Reliable Breeders – Once established, colonies of Rust isopods breed steadily, making them a sustainable long-term addition to your clean-up crew or isopod collection.
Perfect For:
Bioactive vivariums needing a hardy, attractive cleanup crew
Collectors seeking a unique and less common Armadillidium morph
Beginners looking for a resilient and low-maintenance species
Guaranteed few extra included FREE for your convenience and ease of starting (or adding to) your culture!
Rust (Armadillidium nasatum) Isopods – Unique Color, Hardy Build, and Great Personality
The Rust morph of Armadillidium nasatum is a striking and resilient isopod variety with rich reddish-brown tones that deepen as they mature. These isopods are an excellent addition to bioactive enclosures and display colonies alike, offering both visual interest and functional cleanup ability. Their elongated “nasatum” snout and active behavior make them a standout choice for keepers of all experience levels.
Key Features:
🧱 Rust-Toned Coloration – Named for their beautiful burnt-orange to coppery-brown hues, Rust isopods provide a warm, earthy splash of color that contrasts beautifully with leaf litter and substrate.
🧹 Efficient Waste Managers – Like other A. nasatum, Rust isopods excel at breaking down organic debris, including mold, decaying wood, and leftover food — helping maintain a healthy enclosure ecosystem.
🌿 Resilient and Adaptable – They thrive in well-ventilated setups with moderate humidity (60–70%) and temperatures between 68–78°F. A flexible species that does well in a variety of bioactive conditions.
🐾 Visible and Curious – Rust isopods are often active and visible, especially at dawn and dusk. Their inquisitive behavior and unique movement make them a fun species to observe.
🐣 Reliable Breeders – Once established, colonies of Rust isopods breed steadily, making them a sustainable long-term addition to your clean-up crew or isopod collection.
Perfect For:
Bioactive vivariums needing a hardy, attractive cleanup crew
Collectors seeking a unique and less common Armadillidium morph
Beginners looking for a resilient and low-maintenance species
Guaranteed few extra included FREE for your convenience and ease of starting (or adding to) your culture!