Orthomorpha sp.Vietnam
Orthomorpha sp. "Vietnam"
Origin:
Vietnam and neighbouring regions of Southeast Asia.
Size:
Mostly 7-10 cm body length, slender build.
Characteristics:
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Dark brown to black basic colour with lighter segment edges (variable depending on location).
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Very agile and nimble compared to large diplopod species.
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Rather shy in behaviour, but peaceful.
Keeping in a terrarium:
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Terrarium size: from 30 × 20 × 20 cm for a small group.
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Substrate: moist, humus substrate (leaves, white rotten wood, coco humus), at least 8-10 cm high.
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Climate: Temperatures between 22-26 °C, humidity 75-85 %.
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Furnishings: Leaf layer, pieces of bark, moss, climbing branches.
Diet:
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Mainly foliage and white rotten wood.
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Additional feeding with vegetables (cucumber, courgette, carrot) and some fruit.
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Offer a source of minerals (cuttlebone).
Special features:
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Group housing possible and recommended.
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Defence secretions may smell slightly, but are harmless to humans.
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An uncomplicated species, well suited for beginners.
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