Metallic isopod
Idotea metallica
Fun Fact: Large numbers are found swimming in shallow waters in bays.
Introduction: Metallic isopods (Idotea metallica) have an elongated and parallel-sided body. Large numbers are often found swimming in shallow waters in sheltered bays. Drifting seaweeds also attract metallic isopods.
Distribution: Skeleton Coast regions such as Cape Fria, Rocky Point, Möwe Bay, Cape Cross, Henties Bay, Swakopmund and Luderitz.
Colouration: Shiny metallic-silver
Breeding: Eggs develop directly into adults
Max size: 30mm
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