{"product_id":"cubaris-sp-salmon","title":"Cubaris sp. “Salmon”","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dbdsee\" data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eCubaris sp. “Salmon”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Martinique, French West Indies (Caribbean)\u003cbr data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–27 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–85 % (high humidity required)\u003cbr data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4–1.6 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Medium (★★★☆☆ – tolerant but needs consistent humidity)\u003cbr data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common\u003cbr data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"426\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eA visually striking Cubaris species named for its deep orange-pink “salmon” coloration. Native to tropical Caribbean rainforests, they are relatively tolerant compared to some Asian Cubaris species, making them accessible for keepers with some experience. Their tropical nature demands high humidity, warmth, and a deep substrate for burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l3kv2u\" data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eRounded, compact body with smooth carapace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6eoch3\" data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eThick, robust exoskeleton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1508ns4\" data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eDistinctive salmon-orange\/pink colouration consistent across individuals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ny1yus\" data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eNocturnal: Active mostly during evening\/night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2trj6u\" data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eBurrowers: dig into substrate for moisture and security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q0f51w\" data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003ePeaceful, social, and forms loose colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"srysy6\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eFull conglobation (rolls into tight ball when disturbed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10xf14h\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eEnclosure: 6–10 L container; low ventilation to retain humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"129qbhn\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eSubstrate: Deep (8–10 cm), pesticide-free topsoil, sphagnum peat moss, crushed limestone or calcium, leaf litter, decaying hardwood, optional charcoal for drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mngpib\" data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eMoisture: Maintain ~75 % of enclosure moist, ~25 % slightly drier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xpcq0d\" data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eTemperature: 22–27 °C; avoid drops below 20 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gus4jd\" data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eDécor \u0026amp; Hides: Cork bark, coconut shells, lotus pods, egg cartons, moss patches, leaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n7cc9a\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eDetritivores: Decaying leaf litter, rotting hardwood, decaying plant matter, cork bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"llvdui\" data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eSupplementary: Vegetables (sweet potato, carrot, courgette, potato), occasional fruit, fish flakes, dried shrimp, algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c2ognd\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eCalcium: Cuttlebone, crushed limestone, oyster shell, or calcium powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13xcz3k\" data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eFeeding: Provide amounts they can consume; remove uneaten fresh food in 24–48 h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1anldar\" data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eModerate breeders; year-round reproduction under stable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c5j605\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eFemales carry eggs in a marsupium; juveniles emerge fully formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rlkkb2\" data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eBrood sizes small to average but consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x7scy5\" data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003eBreeding requirements: high humidity, stable warmth, adequate calcium and protein, deep substrate, minimal disturbance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eBioactive Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kg688q\" data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eSuited for tropical high-humidity setups: dart frog vivaria, tropical gecko enclosures, planted terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n7bm5\" data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003eEffective decomposers; coexist peacefully with other species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"epsnx8\" data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003eNot suitable for arid or semi-arid enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Medium; forgiving relative to other Cubaris species but requires consistent warmth, high humidity, and deep substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers excellent visual appeal at reasonable pricing; a good introduction to Cubaris care before attempting more demanding tropical species\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"invertopia","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":54117728977236,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":54117729010004,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3627\/4516\/files\/salmon.jpg?v=1775424815","url":"https:\/\/invertopia.co.uk\/products\/cubaris-sp-salmon","provider":"invertopia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}