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Rubber Ducky Isopod
IntermediateCubaris sp. "Rubber Ducky"
A highly sought-after Cubaris isopod whose yellow facial projection resembles a rubber duck. Scientifically undescribed, so "Cubaris sp." is the correct designation. It is a harmless detritivore that prefers high humidity and breeds slowly.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
21〜26℃
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 1-1.5 cm
Humidity
70〜85%
Diet
Mainly decaying leaf litter and rotten wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, occasional protein (e.g., fish flakes), and a calcium source such as cuttlebone or eggshell.
About
The Rubber Ducky Isopod is a highly sought-after Cubaris whose yellow facial projection resembles a rubber duck. It is scientifically undescribed, so "Cubaris sp." is the correct designation, with origins in the limestone regions of Southeast Asia. A small (about 1-1.5cm) harmless detritivore that does not bite, it prefers high humidity (70-85%) at 21-26C and breeds slowly, suiting more patient intermediate keepers.
Basic Info
Origin
Believed to originate from limestone areas of Southeast Asia (Thailand/Vietnam)
Lifespan
About 2-3 years
Size
About 1-1.5 cm
Temperature
21〜26℃
Humidity
70〜85%
Diet
Mainly decaying leaf litter and rotten wood, supplemented with vegetable scraps, occasional protein (e.g., fish flakes), and a calcium source such as cuttlebone or eggshell.
Care Guide
Habitat
A ventilated tub with leaf litter, rotten wood, and limestone, plus plenty of hides.
Temp & Humidity
Keep 21-26C with high humidity, dampening one side to create a moisture gradient.
References & Sources
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