Cubaris sp. ‘Snow Queen’

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.