Penguin (Cubaris sp.)
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" is a charming and popular species, named for its adorable two-tone coloration. Like many Cubaris, this species benefits from stable, well-maintained enclosures and rewards patient keepers with a striking display colony.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain consistent humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and leaf litter. Plenty of tight hides (cork bark, clay hides, stacked bark pieces) will make them feel secure and encourage natural behaviors.
Temperature & Humidity:
Keep temperatures between 72-78°F. "Penguin" isopods require high humidity (80-90%) with little to no dry areas. Regular misting is important to maintain stable moisture without making the substrate soggy.
Feeding:
Offer a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Penguin" isopods can be shy, especially when establishing a new colony. They tend to breed at a moderate pace and will become more visible as the colony grows. Stable conditions and patience will ensure long-term success with this species.
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" is a charming and popular species, named for its adorable two-tone coloration. Like many Cubaris, this species benefits from stable, well-maintained enclosures and rewards patient keepers with a striking display colony.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain consistent humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and leaf litter. Plenty of tight hides (cork bark, clay hides, stacked bark pieces) will make them feel secure and encourage natural behaviors.
Temperature & Humidity:
Keep temperatures between 72-78°F. "Penguin" isopods require high humidity (80-90%) with little to no dry areas. Regular misting is important to maintain stable moisture without making the substrate soggy.
Feeding:
Offer a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Penguin" isopods can be shy, especially when establishing a new colony. They tend to breed at a moderate pace and will become more visible as the colony grows. Stable conditions and patience will ensure long-term success with this species.
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" Isopod Care Guide
Cubaris sp. "Penguin" is a charming and popular species, named for its adorable two-tone coloration. Like many Cubaris, this species benefits from stable, well-maintained enclosures and rewards patient keepers with a striking display colony.
Enclosure:
Use a well-sealed container with adjustable ventilation to help maintain consistent humidity. Provide a deep substrate of flake soil, sphagnum moss, and leaf litter. Plenty of tight hides (cork bark, clay hides, stacked bark pieces) will make them feel secure and encourage natural behaviors.
Temperature & Humidity:
Keep temperatures between 72-78°F. "Penguin" isopods require high humidity (80-90%) with little to no dry areas. Regular misting is important to maintain stable moisture without making the substrate soggy.
Feeding:
Offer a staple of decaying leaf litter and soft hardwoods. Supplement with high-quality isopod diet, fish flakes, shrimp pellets, and occasional fresh vegetables or fruit. Protein helps support growth and breeding.
Behavior:
"Penguin" isopods can be shy, especially when establishing a new colony. They tend to breed at a moderate pace and will become more visible as the colony grows. Stable conditions and patience will ensure long-term success with this species.