Lebendige Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" Assel im Terrarium, sichtbar auf dem Bild, von LucaTech3D – Terrarium Line.

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Cubaris sp. "Pak Chong"

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10 animals + 1 free when starting
For Isopod Boxes & Bioactive Terrariums
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Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" – tropical ornamental isopod for the terrarium with distinctive markings and a compact build. This species is particularly popular in the hobby due to its dark base tone with light side accents and the often reddish to orange colored head and posterior. It is suitable for humid isopod terrarium setups, terrariums, and structured bioactive enclosures.

What makes Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" special:
– Striking contrasting markings: dark body with light side areas and often reddish-orange accents
– Compact size: small to medium-small Cubaris species for structured terrarium setups
– Tropical species: suitable for warm, humid keeping conditions
– Easy to observe: usually not constantly active in the open, but regularly visible under suitable conditions

Climate & setup:
A humic substrate with leaf litter, white-rotted wood, moss, and hiding places like cork or bark has proven effective. A humidity gradient is important: one corner remains permanently moist, while the rest of the area is kept only slightly to moderately moist. Good ventilation remains important despite higher humidity. The terrarium setup can be maintained at approximately 22–26 °C as a suitable temperature range.

Feeding & care:
The basic diet consists of leaves, rotten wood, and organic forest material. Supplementing with fresh food such as zucchini or sweet potato can be offered regularly. Small amounts of protein and a permanent calcium source like cuttlebone or calcium supplement are useful. Food remains should be removed regularly.

Reproduction & development:
Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" is considered reliably reproducible under stable conditions. Reproduction is described as moderate to good, depending on the source. For stable development, consistent humidity, appropriate temperatures, calcium supply, and a well-structured terrarium setup are crucial.

Who this species is interesting for:
– for keepers looking for a striking tropical Cubaris species
– for humid terrariums and isopod boxes with a stable microclimate
– for structured terrarium setups with leaves, wood, moss, and a clear moist zone
– for isopod keepers who already have some experience with tropical species or want to specifically get into Cubaris

Suitable accessories:
For clean feeding and structured keeping, depending on the terrarium setup, an isopod dish, double isopod dish, or a suitable BioFaunaCube can be used.

Experience	Humidity	Temperature
★★★☆☆	high with humidity gradient	22–26 °C

For a clean start, an isopod box with quadruple ventilation, the isopod starter set, a fixed feeding station with an isopod dish, and isopod premium food and food & minerals for invertebrates are suitable.

Care & usage instructions

This offer concerns live isopods for terraristics. Animals are living organisms; appearance, size, and activity may vary slightly depending on species, age, temperature, and transport.

The suitability for the respective keeping, humidity, temperature, ventilation, and cohabitation is the responsibility of the keeper. Please check the animals promptly upon receipt and place them in a prepared, suitable box or terrarium.

Not suitable for human consumption. Keep out of reach of children. Use only for the intended terraristic keeping.

Is Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" suitable for beginners?

The species is usually described as medium difficulty. It is easy to keep if temperature, humidity, and structure in the terrarium setup remain stable.

What does Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" eat?

The basic diet consists of leaves, white-rotted wood, and organic forest material. Fresh food, protein, and calcium are suitable as supplements.

What kind of keeping is appropriate?

A warm, humid, and well-structured terrarium setup with leaves, wood, moss, and a clearly moist zone with good ventilation is appropriate.

How fast does the species reproduce?

Cubaris spec. "Pak Chong" is considered reliably reproducible. However, how quickly the colony grows depends heavily on climate, food, and the stability of the terrarium setup.