{"product_id":"cubaris-sp-piggy","title":"Cubaris sp. “Piggy”","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2cugr8\" data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eCubaris sp. “Piggy”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia\u003cbr data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21–27 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"214\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–80 %\u003cbr data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 12 mm (1.2 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare\u003cbr data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cubaris sp. “Piggy”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eSmall, cute Cubaris isopods prized for their approachable care requirements. Mostly gray or brown, they may occasionally show unique patterns, but color variation is uncommon. Their rarity makes them a sought-after addition for hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lx999e\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eOval, segmented body, hard exoskeleton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16536px\" data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eGray or brown coloration; occasional unique hues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5rf55m\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eSize: ~1.2 cm, small and compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"igqish\" data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eNocturnal; most active at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vlohhh\" data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eRolls into a defensive ball (conglobation) when threatened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x6uuru\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eShy and secretive; burrows in substrate to feel secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1so8c6z\" data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eContainer: Secure, ventilated terrarium or bioactive vivarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dxvkk2\" data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eSubstrate: Moisture-retentive mix of coconut fiber, sphagnum moss, peat moss, dried leaves, decaying wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dy6t0f\" data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eDepth: Sufficient for burrowing and hiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"102hd4v\" data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eMoisture: Keep substrate damp but avoid waterlogging; mist as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kxrek3\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eTemperature: 21–27 °C, stable conditions preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14vi2wt\" data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eHumidity: 70–80 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uknu0y\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eDiet: Detritivorous—leaf litter, decaying wood, overripe fruits\/vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jshdh7\" data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eCalcium: Cuttlebone, crushed eggshells, limestone for exoskeleton health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6hbqda\" data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eSmall, regular feedings prevent spoilage and pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hvoggo\" data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eEstablishment: Moderate; colony needs stable environment to settle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f37xuj\" data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eReproduction: Typical Cubaris pattern—females carry eggs in marsupium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14cbo75\" data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eDeep substrate encourages burrowing and successful reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eBioactive Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oh3ej6\" data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eCan contribute to tropical or humid vivariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pk3ap8\" data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eBreaks down detritus and decaying matter efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yhqy7a\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eAdds visual and behavioural interest in bioactive colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eSuitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i3wzg8\" data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eGood for: Hobbyists seeking rare, easy-to-care-for Cubaris, small display colonies, nocturnal species for observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z444wi\" data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eLess suitable for: Beginners unable to maintain consistent humidity, those wanting highly visible, colorful species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"invertopia","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":54118065570132,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":54118065602900,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3627\/4516\/files\/nicklesi.jpg?v=1775426600","url":"https:\/\/invertopia.co.uk\/products\/cubaris-sp-piggy","provider":"invertopia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}