The Great Invertebrate

03/26/2026

If you need calcium for isopods or other invertebrates, we have several options to choose from. There's a sale going on over at the Etsy shop!
https://greatinvertebrate.etsy.com

01/07/2026

01/06/2026

🔎 👀 How many different kinds of Armadillidium maculatum "Zebra" morphs can you find?

*Hint- There are more than the obvious color morphs.. check out the patterns too!

12/22/2025

Come check under the lotus pod in the Cubaris murina “Florida Orange” bin with me. Isopods and springtails really love hiding in the little holes.

12/02/2025

Hardwood pellets can be used to make your own flame soil if you don’t have access to safe, rotting wood for your isopods, springtails and millipedes. We have 8oz and 4oz bags in stock.

12/01/2025

I am currently re-working the website. It is viewable and you can read the advice / blog posts but orders can't be completed. If you need something, please check out the etsy store or message me through messenger!

11/28/2025

Big restock in the Etsy shop! We’re taking part in Cyber week with 20% off everything.

08/15/2025

If you are looking for a way to help the wildlife in your immediate area or for a fun activity, I would recommend building a mini wildlife pond. With soaring temperatures this year, I have really seen our local wildlife, especially invertebrates and insects decline in their activities. We have made mini ponds quite often over the years after seeing the National Trust how to and they are always enjoyable to watch and see what comes to visit! 🐞 🦋 🐝 🐌

06/24/2025

Isopodzilla Crunch is Here! The mighty munch your inverts deserve! 🥳

Treat your isopods, snails, and other creepy-cute crew to our 100% human food grade freeze-dried peas – no glyphosate, gluten, or additives, just crunchy goodness! 💚

✨ Each 1oz pack includes:
✅ Freeze-dried peas (they go CRUNCH!)
✅ A cute compostable wooden spoon – toss it in your isopod bin when you're done! 🌱
✅ Easy serving: whole, crushed, or misted for soft snail-friendly snacks 🐌

🍽️ Feeding Tips:
• Start with 1 pea for small colonies
• Crush for smaller species
• Mist to rehydrate (snails LOVE it!)

💥 Packed with:
• Protein (2g)
• Calcium (5g)
• Potassium (70g)

🛒 Ready to bring the crunch to your bin? Get yours now!

06/16/2025

06/10/2025

Cupaniopsis anacardioides (Tuckeroo, cashew-leaf cupania, carrotwood, beach tamarind or green-leaved tamarind) seed pods for habitat decor. Can be used with all tropical terrarium set ups including those for isopods, arachnids, mantids, crabs, and more. Pack of 10.
🌳 The seed pod is from the Tuckeroo tree, a species of tree native to Australia that has been used in Florida since the 1960's as a ornamental tree.
📏 This tree has small fruit pods, which are 2.5cm/ 1 inch in diameter and contain 3 seeds. No seeds will be sent only the dried pods as the tree is invasive in Florida.
❗️ These seed pods are seasonal and only available for limited time.
Hand collected and dried in an area with no pesticide use. These are a natural item, and each pod may vary in looks, size or color.
Available at our Etsy shop, https://greatinvertebrate.etsy.com