Troglodillo sp. 'Sunset'

Troglodillo sp. ‘Sunset’ – Rare Orange and Yellow Isopods

Creation Cultivated Troglodillo sp. ‘Sunset’ is a rare tropical collector isopod recognized for its warm yellow, orange, burnt-orange, and dark-brown coloration.

This large, relatively flat-bodied provisional species develops a natural color gradient reminiscent of a sunset, with the precise tones and pattern varying between individuals.

Its unusual appearance and limited availability make Sunset best suited for intermediate keepers seeking a dedicated display and breeding colony.

Why Isopod Keepers Choose Creation Cultivated

Sunset Color Gradient — Displays warm yellow, orange, rust, burnt-orange, and dark-brown tones.

Rare Collector Species — Remains less commonly available than established beginner isopods.

Large Flat-Bodied Form — Offers a distinctive shape and substantial adult size.

Naturally Variable Appearance — Color placement and intensity differ between individuals.

Display and Breeding Value — An excellent centerpiece for a dedicated tropical isopod collection.

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

Product Details

Hobby Identification: Troglodillo sp. ‘Sunset’

Other Trade Name: Sunset Queen

Reported Hobby Origin: Southeast Asia, commonly reported as Thailand

Taxonomic Status: Provisional hobby species with limited documented collection data

Coloration: Yellow, orange, rust, burnt orange, and dark brown

Adult Size: Approximately 0.6–0.8 in. (15–20 mm)

Care Level: Intermediate

Reproduction Rate: Moderate once established

Behavior: Primarily nocturnal, secretive beneath cover, and capable of partial defensive conglobation

Natural differences in size, age, coloration, and pattern should be expected.

Care Requirements

Temperature: Approximately 72–80°F (22–27°C)

Moisture: Maintain medium-to-high humidity with most of the substrate moist and a smaller moderately dry area.

Ventilation: Provide moderate cross-ventilation to prevent stagnant conditions while retaining humidity.

Substrate: Use a deep, moisture-retentive organic substrate containing decomposing hardwood, abundant leaf litter, and sphagnum moss.

Diet: Provide abundant leaf litter and decaying wood with vegetables and regular supplemental protein.

Calcium: Keep cuttlebone, limestone, oyster shell, or another calcium source continuously available.

Commonly Used For

Sunset isopods are commonly kept as premium display animals, collector cultures, and long-term breeding projects in warm, humid environments.

Although they consume decaying organic material, their rarity and value make them better suited to dedicated colonies than use as a primary cleanup crew.

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