Red Pak Chong (Cubaris sp.)
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" is a vibrant and sought-after species known for its rich reddish hues and compact size. Like many Cubaris, this species does best in a stable, humid environment and is a wonderful choice for advanced hobbyists and display colonies.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain high humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil mixed with sphagnum moss and leaf litter. Include plenty of tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, and stacked bark—since this species prefers secure spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Red Pak Chong" requires high humidity (80-90%) and benefits from very minimal dry areas. Regular, light misting will help maintain the proper moisture level without waterlogging the substrate.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods are especially helpful for encouraging healthy growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Red Pak Chong" isopods can be shy and slow to start but will establish a steady breeding colony under proper conditions. They are more of a display species and thrive with consistent care and patience.
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" is a vibrant and sought-after species known for its rich reddish hues and compact size. Like many Cubaris, this species does best in a stable, humid environment and is a wonderful choice for advanced hobbyists and display colonies.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain high humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil mixed with sphagnum moss and leaf litter. Include plenty of tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, and stacked bark—since this species prefers secure spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Red Pak Chong" requires high humidity (80-90%) and benefits from very minimal dry areas. Regular, light misting will help maintain the proper moisture level without waterlogging the substrate.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods are especially helpful for encouraging healthy growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Red Pak Chong" isopods can be shy and slow to start but will establish a steady breeding colony under proper conditions. They are more of a display species and thrive with consistent care and patience.
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Red Pak Chong" is a vibrant and sought-after species known for its rich reddish hues and compact size. Like many Cubaris, this species does best in a stable, humid environment and is a wonderful choice for advanced hobbyists and display colonies.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain high humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil mixed with sphagnum moss and leaf litter. Include plenty of tight hides—cork bark, clay pieces, and stacked bark—since this species prefers secure spaces.
Temperature & Humidity:
Maintain temperatures between 72-78°F. "Red Pak Chong" requires high humidity (80-90%) and benefits from very minimal dry areas. Regular, light misting will help maintain the proper moisture level without waterlogging the substrate.
Feeding:
Feed a base of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein-rich foods are especially helpful for encouraging healthy growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Red Pak Chong" isopods can be shy and slow to start but will establish a steady breeding colony under proper conditions. They are more of a display species and thrive with consistent care and patience.