Magic Potion Isopod (Armadillidium vulgare “Magic Potion”)
A stunning morph of the common pillbug (A. vulgare), Magic Potions sport a pale cream carapace overlaid with electric yellow and black spots. Their translucent exoskeleton and layered pigmentation give them a glowing, almost ethereal look—each individual develops its pattern uniquely.Reddit+14Terrarium Tribe+14Reddit+14
Size: Medium (≈1–2 cm), with American lines slightly larger than Japanese.Terrarium Tribe+1topflightdubia.com+1
Line differences:
Japanese line: Smaller, subtler spotting, highly prolific breeders (3–4 broods/year).
American line: Larger size, bolder coloration, slower reproductive pace.Terrarium Tribe+6topflightdubia.com+6Terrarium Tribe+6
Care level: Beginner to intermediate—fairly forgiving, but need patience for American line to reach breeding maturity (~6–7 months).Reddit+6Reddit+6Reddit+6
✨ Why you’ll love them: Their bold, mosaic patterns are crowd-pleasers, and each pod looks distinctly different.