Cubaris sp. ‘Snow Queen’

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Discover the Cubaris sp. ‘Snow Queen’, an exotic pearl-white isopod perfect for bioactive terrariums. It helps maintain humidity and recycles organic matter. Add a unique touch to your ecosystem!

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Description

Technical Sheet: Cubaris sp. ‘Snow Queen’

Scientific Name: Cubaris sp. ‘Snow Queen’

Common Name: Snow Queen

Family: Armadillidae

Distribution: Native to warm and humid regions of Southeast Asia.

Size: Adults reach approximately 1.5 to 2 cm in length.

Coloration: Displays a uniform pearl white color with translucent shades, giving it an elegant and striking appearance.

Habitat and Requirements:

  • Humidity: High, between 70% and 80%.
  • Temperature: Ideally between 22°C and 26°C.
  • Substrate: A mix of coconut fiber, leaf litter, and decaying wood.
  • Decoration: Recommended to include bark and natural shelters for a suitable environment.

Diet:

  • Decomposing plant material, dried leaves, and wood.
  • Supplements such as fruits, vegetables, and calcium sources (cuttlefish bone or eggshells).

Behavior:

  • A calm and gregarious species.
  • Prefers humid environments with sufficient shelter.
  • Sensitive to sudden changes in humidity and temperature.

Reproduction:

  • Reproduces relatively easily under optimal humidity and temperature conditions.
  • Juveniles are born white and darken slightly as they grow.

Notes:

  • Recommended for advanced keepers due to its specific environmental requirements.
  • Contributes to the terrarium ecosystem by decomposing organic matter.
  • Sensitive to dehydration and chemical contaminants in the substrate.
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