Trichorhina tomentosa 'Dwarf White'

Trichorhina tomentosa ‘Dwarf White’ – Tropical Micro Isopods

Creation Cultivated Trichorhina tomentosa ‘Dwarf White’ is a tiny tropical isopod widely used as a hidden cleanup crew in humid bioactive enclosures.

This all-female species reproduces through parthenogenesis, allowing a small starter group to develop into a self-sustaining colony without males.

Dwarf Whites spend most of their time inside moist substrate and leaf litter, where they process organic material in spaces larger isopods cannot reach.

Why Isopod Keepers Choose Creation Cultivated

Micro Cleanup Crew — Works through soil, moss pockets, and tight spaces inaccessible to larger isopods.

Parthenogenetic Reproduction — All known individuals are female and can reproduce without mating.

Tropical Specialist — Thrives in warm, consistently humid bioactive environments.

Plant-Friendly Size — Well suited for planted terrariums and delicate naturalistic setups.

Useful Feeder Microfauna — May provide occasional prey for dart frogs and other tiny insectivores.

Professionally Packed — Carefully prepared for secure live-animal transit.

Product Details

Scientific Name: Trichorhina tomentosa

Common Name: Dwarf White Isopod

Coloration: White to off-white

Adult Size: Approximately 0.12–0.2 in. (3–5 mm)

Care Level: Beginner

Reproduction: Parthenogenetic; all known individuals are female

Reproduction Rate: Fast under stable warm and humid conditions

Behavior: Burrowing, moisture-dependent, and known to freeze or curl defensively when disturbed

Because these isopods are extremely small and often motionless when disturbed, inspect cultures under bright light before judging activity.

Care Requirements

Temperature: Approximately 70–82°F (21–28°C)

Moisture: Keep the substrate consistently moist throughout without allowing it to become waterlogged.

Ventilation: Provide gentle ventilation while preventing the culture from drying out.

Substrate: Use a moisture-retentive organic substrate containing decomposing hardwood leaves, rotting wood, and sphagnum moss.

Diet: Provide abundant leaf litter with small portions of vegetables and light supplemental protein.

Calcium: Keep finely crushed cuttlebone, limestone, or another calcium source available.

Commonly Used For

Dwarf White isopods are commonly used in dart frog vivariums, gecko enclosures, humid reptile and amphibian habitats, planted terrariums, and microfauna cultures.

They are a hidden working species and should not be expected to behave like a visible surface-dwelling display isopod.

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Disclaimer: Live animals. Not for human consumption. Never release isopods into the wild.