The Ultimate Isopod Starter Kit: Everything You Need to Begin Your Colony

The Ultimate Isopod Starter Kit: Everything You Need to Begin Your Colony

Getting started with isopods? Whether you're building a bioactive enclosure or just want a low-maintenance pet project, a well-prepared starter kit makes all the difference.

What's in the PeetersReptiles Isopod Starter Kit?

Our kits are designed for beginners and experienced keepers alike. Each one includes:

  • 10+ Healthy Captive-Bred Isopods (species of your choice)

  • 1L Premium Substrate Mix – optimized for isopod health and reproduction

  • Leaf Litter – a natural food source and hiding spot

  • Cork Bark Hide – for shelter and humidity retention

  • Calcium Source – cuttlebone or powder for exoskeleton development

All components are 100% safe, pest-free, and easy to use.

🌡️ Easy to Set Up

Just add everything to a small plastic container or terrarium, mist lightly, and watch your colony thrive. Our included care sheet walks you through temperature, feeding, and long-term care.

🚚 Free Shipping in BE & NL

Order over €100? Shipping is free in Belgium and the Netherlands so why not start with a couple of species?


Whether you're a hobbyist, breeder, or bioactive enthusiast, our starter kits take the guesswork out of keeping isopods. Let Peeters Reptiles help you build your very first (or next) thriving colony.

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