Qilin Isopod (Armadillidae gen. sp.)
The Heirloom Collection (6)
$600.00
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Qilin Isopod (Armadillidae gen. sp.)
$600.00
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FedEx Priority Overnight$39.99 flat, free on orders of $300 or more
Live arrival guaranteePhoto within 2 hours gets a replacement or 110% store credit
Ships Monday to WednesdayPacked the morning it ships
Captive bredOvercount included on every order
The Qilin (Armadillidae gen. sp.) is among the rarest and most coveted isopods in the entire US hobby. Named after the legendary Qilin, the Asian unicorn long held as a symbol of good fortune, protection, and rarity, this species more than lives up to its namesake. Introduced to the hobby only recently, it remains exceptionally limited, with only a small handful of keepers in the country holding stock.
The Qilin is instantly recognizable for its striking spiky form and uniquely hairy surface. After each molt, fine particles collect along those hairs, lending the isopod an almost teddy bear like appearance that is unlike anything else in the hobby. This is not a cleanup crew species. It is a statement, a crown jewel for any serious collection, and fairly easy to care for.
All Qilin isopods for sale at Creature Cache are captive bred and ship with a 100% live arrival guarantee.
About Qilin Isopods
- Scientific name: Armadillidae gen. sp. "Qilin"
- Origin: Vietnam
- Rarity: Extremely limited, one of the rarest in the US hobby
- Distinctive trait: Spiky, hairy surface with a teddy bear texture after molting
- Care level: Fairly easy
- Temperature: 72 to 78 F (favor the cooler end)
- Humidity: 65 to 75 percent, with a drier side
- Ventilation: Moderate
- Favorite food: Kudzu leaves
- Temperament: Reclusive, prized display species
Read our full care guide here: Qilin Isopod Care Guide
How does shipping work?
We ship FedEx Priority Overnight, Monday to Wednesday, at a flat $39.99. Orders of $300 or more ship free. Orders placed Thursday to Sunday ship the following Monday, and every order is packed the morning it ships. Above 85°F or below 45°F, orders ship to a FedEx location for pickup. Full shipping details
What does the live arrival guarantee cover?
Send a photo within 2 hours of delivery and we'll send a replacement or give you 110% store credit. It applies between 45°F and 85°F, when the package is received at delivery at the correct address, with no refusal, reroute, or carrier delay.
How do I care for them?
Our care guide covers enclosure, humidity, temperature, diet, and breeding. Read the Qilin Isopod care guide
Are they captive bred?
Yes. Every animal we sell is captive bred, and every order includes an overcount.