Penguin Isopods

Cubaris sp. "Penguin"

Also known asCubaris

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ENVIRONMENT

Core care conditions

Temperature20–25°C (68–77°F)Recommended range

Humidity70–90%Recommended range

Use these ranges as a starting point and adjust for life stage, enclosure ventilation and observed behaviour.

HUSBANDRY OVERVIEW

At a glance

Taxonomic group: Malacostraca
Origin: Southeast Asia
Lifestyle: Litter bugs
Adult size (body / total length): 1–2 cm
Temperament: Clean-up crew
Experience level: Intermediate
Visibility: Often hidden under cork/leaf litter
Burrowing: Lives in damp substrate/leaf litter
Growth rate: Moderate

CARE NOTES

Keeping considerations

Supplemental ArachniDex care entry created from Spider Shop livestock categories and general husbandry requirements for this group. Confirm species-specific care before purchase, especially for venomous scorpions and centipedes.

SOURCES & FURTHER READING

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Care can vary by species, life stage and local conditions. Review multiple reputable sources before making husbandry decisions.

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