Discover the Fascinating World of 'Specials'

Porcellio daevis "Dairy Cow"

Nymphs from our own breeding. The sex of the nymphs is random. If you want to breed them, we recommend ordering a group of 10 nymphs.

Information

These Isopods come from Europe. They are still very young and grow extremely fast. We ship them between a few mm and 1.5 cm. They are then a few weeks old. Of course, we guarantee the live arrival of these special animals.
 

Appearance

These isopods are large, growing up to 2.3 cm and are black and white spotted. The females have a cavity on their underside between their legs, which males do not have. The eggs and nymphs are carried in this cavity.

Behavior

The Porcellio laevis "Dairy Cow" is a very active isopod, always busy and looking for food. The females dig a small hole in the sand where they and their nymphs have a safe spot. They are group animals and like to sit together under a stone or a piece of cork.

Food

Isopods are true scavengers. They eat dead wood, dead beech and oak leaves, fish food, cucumber, and mushrooms, among other things. Cuttlebone should certainly not be missing because they have a high need for calcium; you can also offer this in powder form.

Environmental requirements

Isopods cannot climb glass, so a glass container as housing is sufficient. Use coco peat as substrate mixed with humus, dead leaves (beech and oak), some pieces of decomposed wood, and bark. The Porcellio laevis "Dairy Cow" likes to be moist, so don't let your enclosure dry out. Humidity: 50-60%

Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius soroa

The stage at which the spiders are sold is between L3 and L6. If you want a slightly larger spider, choose the other species (Everglades and Ometepe).
 

Size

We ship jumping spiders in stages L3 to L7 in a small, ventilated tube. They are on average a few mm in size and feed on fruit flies.

Adult males range from 6 to 18 mm in body length, averaging 12 mm. Females range from 7 to 22 mm, averaging 15 mm. Each Phidippus regius spider is unique, which is why you see the same photo for both species we offer.

Information

The Regius soroa originates from sunny Cuba and owes its success to its attractive appearance. With her large eyes, she will follow you as soon as you approach her enclosure, curious if something might be coming. They are easy to care for and suitable for the novice jumping spider enthusiast.

Appearance

Adult males are black/white and females are orange/red. The young soroa is red; only at a later stage will the gender become visible through this.

Behavior

Jumping spiders are true hunters. When offered a fly or cricket, they will quickly hunt and catch their prey with a jump. They are active during the day, making them often clearly visible. At night, they sleep in a self-made cocoon or hide under a plant.

Food

Adult regius eat curly-winged flies, houseflies, crickets, or other small insects. A cricket that is not eaten must be removed from the enclosure, as it can disturb or even kill the spider during a molt or sleep. Be alert to this. Young regius eat fruit flies, curly-winged flies, or micro crickets. The regius can handle prey that is as large as itself. They drink from the spray water; make sure it is fresh and not too cold.

Environmental requirements

A jumping spider's enclosure should be approximately 5x5x7cm with good ventilation, and as your spider grows, you can eventually grow its housing up to 20x20x30. Humidity should be around 70% with an ideal temperature of 26-28 degrees Celsius. Regular spraying with a short dry period is desirable. Heating can be done with a lamp; do not use a heat mat from below (due to the risk of dehydration). Placing the enclosure in a light spot at room temperature is also possible, although they may be somewhat less active.

Group housing

Jumping spiders cannot be housed together due to cannibalism.

Triops Longicaudatus
  The Triops Longicaudatus is also called the American clam shrimp because the Triops Longicaudatus is mainly found in America and was first discovered there. The Longicaudatus is the most popular species of the Triops genera and therefore the Longicaudatus is one of the best-studied species of Triops. The Longicaudatus is a remarkable adaptor. It adapts excellently to its environment, such as the small streams that form in spring and completely dry up in summer. The Triops Longicaudatus already lived at the time of the first dinosaurs and still inhabits the earth with us today. The color of its shell is light brown. From an age of about two weeks, it can lay its Triops eggs. It does this when its egg sacs are full by burying its Triops eggs in the sand. Adult Triops Longicaudatus can lay up to 200 eggs, also called cysts, per day and usually reach a maximum age of 12 weeks.

The Longi, as insiders affectionately call it, is actually relatively easy to breed. As with all Triops species, special attention must be paid to temperature and sufficient light. Light is very important, especially for a large hatch. Once the Triops have hatched, light plays a subordinate role. What should not be neglected even after hatching is the temperature. The Triops Longicaudatus feels very comfortable at temperatures around 25° Celsius. However, it should not be much colder or warmer, as its organism often cannot cope with that very well. For breeding, it is best to use a breeding tank. You shouldn't make too much effort. The tank must be clean, then you place the spring water and the Triops Longicaudatus breeding batch in it, make sure the temperature is about 25° Celsius and direct a lamp at it. Now you have to be patient, but after 24 - 48 hours you will see the first nauplii wiggling in your breeding tank. They are very small and also extremely sensitive. You don't have to do anything at this point. Wait another day and then you can feed. Don't feed too much, otherwise the water will become cloudy, but also not too little, otherwise the Triops Longicaudatus nauplii will not find the food in the breeding tank and we don't want them to starve.

The Triops Longicaudatus is a fascinating tadpole shrimp, which is very suitable for beginners.

Instructions for breeding triops

We provide brief instructions for breeding the eggs. If you don't have any experience yet, we recommend buying the starter kit which contains the other necessities.

Insect Terrarium – BioDome Green (20x20x34 cm)

Spacious, safe, and perfectly ventilated terrarium for climbing insects.
The BioDome Green is specifically designed for insects that need height to grow healthily and shed their skin without problems. Ideal for praying mantises, stick insects, and leaf insects, and suitable for both small and larger species.

✔ Key benefits

• Extra height (34 cm) – perfect for climbing insects and safe molting

• Optimal ventilation – air circulation through two sides and the lid

• Heat cable possible – easy temperature control under the base

• Sturdy and user-friendly – secure lid for daily care

• Stable placement – stands on four subtle feet

• Stylish design – natural green color, fits any interior

Ideal for climbing insects

During molting, insects hang upside down. Thanks to the tall 34 cm design, the BioDome offers ample vertical space, which helps prevent deformities and increases survival rates. This terrarium actively supports the health and development of your insects.

Smart ventilation system

The BioDome features ventilation openings on two sides and in the lid. This keeps the air fresh and effectively removes humid, stagnant air. For species that require extra warmth, a heat cable can easily be placed under the base.

Practical and safe to use

The sturdy lid ensures that you can safely open the terrarium for feeding and care. The subtle feet give it a stable and neat appearance, both at home and in a breeding room.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 34 cm

• Color: Green

• Suitable for: praying mantises, stick insects, leaf insects

• For: small and larger insect species

• Ventilation: two sides + lid

• Heating: suitable for heat cable under the base

• Base: four subtle feet

• Available in: 3 natural, chic colors

Why choose the BioDome Green?

With the BioDome, you give your insects a safe, spacious, and professional living environment where they can grow optimally and shed their skin without problems.

Ant's Kingdom Luxe T-Shirt  

Cool Ant's Kingdom t-shirt with a large logo on the chest. It has a slim fit with a breathable fabric. Made from 100% semi-combed cotton in 190 g/m² quality, with a reinforcing neck tape and an elastane collar, this Luxe T-shirt is truly complete.

Available in both women's and men's versions.

Aqua Dragons - Sea Monkeys Aquarium + Led  

A new world under water. You add the eggs to the water and within 24 hours your new underwater animals hatch, wonderful isn't it! These aquatic animals reproduce themselves both with eggs and live birth, so with good care you will enjoy them for a very long time!

Special aquatic animals  

The Aqua Dragons, also called Sea Monkeys, are special aquatic animals. They twirl and wriggle around in the water and they are very easy to follow in this unique full-colour aquarium!

Contents of the kit  

- The Aqua Dragons tank (including LED lighting) with sufficient underwater living space. (15x3x15cm)
- The eggs that hatch after being added to the water.
- Sufficient food for the first year.
- Spoon/scoop to accurately measure the amount of food.
- Oxygen pipette.
- English manual. The Dutch manual digitally.