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[MyrmecologyMaven]

I was checking on my isopod bins today to see how they are recovering from getting too dry while I was evacuated due to the LA fires. A lot of my cubaris bins only have a few left but I have observed mancae so they should recover. While I was looking at them I decided to take the opportunity to take some photos of my cappuccinos. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask!

 

 

 

 

 

[MyrmecologyMaven]

Here is a pic with a better view of the back of the isopod. I think the back looks very cool with the little white scales. Super cool looking pods.

 

[ANTdrew]

Awesome! Is this species easy to keep? I only have two Armadillidium species, but I’d love to try Cubaris some day.

[MyrmecologyMaven]

Awesome! Is this species easy to keep? I only have two Armadillidium species, but I’d love to try Cubaris some day.

Yes this species is really easy to keep. You just need a nice sized bin with ventillation holes, at least 3 inches or substrate, lots of leaf litter, a wet sphagnum side, and a nice warm room that stays above 65f. Many people will say Cubaris need soil made of rotted wood and flake like millipedes but they are wrong. Most Cubaris live in limestone caves or in the area surrounding them and eat mainly decomposing matter like leaf litter, and some even eat springtails. They like to nest in the soil but don’t usually eat it. I use a mixture of equal parts coco coir and Canadian peat moss. Cubaris are native to Thailand so they really enjoy warmth. Usually a range of 75-85f is good. But they can and will breed in lower temps just a little slower. I keep mine in my room that stays around 65f every night. I’m thinking of writing a guide for Thailand Cubaris soon. I even know a dude in Thailand who explores and finds rare new Cubaris on his bike, so I could get some really awesome photos from him of wild Cubaris! Can’t share locality though. He says if he shares locality online other Cubaris hunters might poach them out of existence. Lmk if you think people would be interested!