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Platinum Isopods (Cubaris sp.)
Platinum Isopods (Cubaris sp.)
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A highly sought-after species, Cubaris Platinum Isopods are popular for their metallic appearance and unique behaviour. Also known as Platinum-Metallica Ducky Isopods, these little creatures are medium in size and native to Thailand. Their most attractive feature is the silvery sheen, which gives their name. Isopod’s health and happiness rely majorly on the environment you offer them. Try giving them high-humidity enclosures and warm temperatures, which are their natural habitat.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: A Glimpse
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Origin: Thailand
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Scientific Name: Cubaris sp. Platinum
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Difficulty: Advanced
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Rarity: Ultra Rare
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Temperature: 23 to 26 degrees Celsius
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Size: 1 cm to 1.5 cm
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Humidity: High
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Favourable Foods: Leaf litter, fresh vegetables and fruits, and protein-rich foods
An Overview
Known for their striking metallic exoskeleton, Cubaris Platinum Isopods are exotic pets. These isopods range from a pale silver to a bright platinum hue, unlike any other isopod species.
Ideal for any isopod collection, Cubaris Platinum isopods grow up to 1.5 cm in length and have a domed-shaped body. This gives them extra protection in their natural environment, so they escape threats better.
When it comes to Cubaris Platinum isopods, they need a high-humidity setup and consistent warmth to thrive. As a keeper, maintaining stable terrarium conditions is essential. Caring for these isopods is bit challenging, but the effort is worthwhile because of their fascinating appearance and behaviour.
These are rare species because they breed slowly, making them fascinating creatures to possess as pets. But under optimal conditions, increasing their number is possible.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: Basic Care
Caring for Cubaris Platinum Isopods is not difficult and requires the minimum effort only if you do it the right way. A set of tips are shared below:
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A high humidity environment, around 70-80% is preferred and make sure the terrarium is well-sealed to lock the moisture in.
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T 23-26℃. This is essential for the optimal health and activity of your isopods.
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Using cork bark, leaf litter, and moss, create hiding spots so your isopods feel safe.
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A nutrient-rich substrate is what your isopods need to be healthy. Ensure the substrate contains decayed wood, leaf litter, cuttlebone and eggshells, which are important for their growth.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: Feeding
Feeding Cubaris Platinum Isopods doesn’t require much effort. Their diet mainly consists of decaying organic matter like leaves and wood, which you can easily find. A good idea is to include various dried vegetables like carrots and zucchini. These items give them additional nutrition. But for calcium supplementation, cuttlebone or eggshells are a must as they make their exoskeleton strong.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: Appearance and Behaviour
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Cubaris Platinum isopods have a metallic platinum exoskeleton, which is their distinctive feature.
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Their nature is shy in general, and they prefer to hide during the day and come out during the night.
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Cubaris Platinum isopods are slow breeders, but their unique appearance makes the effort worth it.
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They need high-humidity conditions and consistent care without which they cannot flourish.
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These isopods have a dome-like body shape and size is medium.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: Habitat
Cubaris Platinum Isopods are native to Thailand and need a humid tropical environment. Keeping them as pets requires replicating a similar climate in captivity so they can grow and reproduce without difficulties for which creating moisture-retaining substrate is essential. Along with it, adequate ventilation is also important as it helps prevent mould growth.
Cubaris Platinum Isopods: Substrate Mix
Keeping Cubaris Platinum Isopods needs a substrate mix containing decayed wood pieces and leaf litter playing a huge role in their sustenance and growth. Coconut coir and calcium-rich supplements like oyster shells or cuttlebone are also good for their exoskeleton health. Also, avoid using chemically treated substrates or additives because they may harm the isopods.
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