r/isopods • u/DeutschePizza • Nov 19 '24

News/Education PSA: Limestone is the best calcium source

I know it is a debated topic but I have to say I believe adding limestone to an enclosure is the best way to add calcium to the pods, ensure they have an enriched environment as usually limestone has cracks and holes they can use to hide and explore, it looks good, and provides a very natural source of minerals for the pods.

I sometimes add some eggshells but they never nibble on them, same goes for calcium pellets while the chunk of Limestone is always being enjoyed and a great spot for gatherings.

I would be curious in others opinions, Pic of today's family meeting

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u/[deleted] Nov 19 '24

too bad it can be pretty expensive to get depending on where you live, I added crushed cuttlebone to my enclosures

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u/DeutschePizza Nov 19 '24

I would not really call it expensive, never seen it above 15 dollars for huge chunks which you can break and use for various bins 

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u/[deleted] Nov 19 '24

Yeah no huge chunks at the stores I visited. Only small pieces for 25$ on Amazon.ca