Cubaris sp. ‘Cappuccino’

Cubaris sp. ‘Cappuccino’ – Coffee-and-Cream Isopods

Cubaris sp. ‘Cappuccino’ is a tropical isopod known for its rich brown, creamy white, and caramel-orange coloration.

Reported to originate from Thailand, Cappuccino isopods feature contrasting light and dark markings across a broad, rounded body. Individual colors and patterns vary, giving each colony its own distinctive appearance.

Their warm earthy tones, substantial build, and striking contrast make them an excellent choice for collectors, dedicated breeding colonies, and carefully maintained tropical terrariums.

Why Isopod Keepers Choose Creation Cultivated

Coffee-Inspired Colors — Displays a distinctive combination of deep brown, creamy white, and caramel-orange tones.

Individual Variation — Colors and markings naturally differ between individuals, adding visual interest to the colony.

Collector Appeal — An excellent choice for keepers looking to expand their collection of tropical isopods.

Robust Appearance — A broad, rounded body gives Cappuccino isopods a substantial and distinctive look.

Bioactive Benefits — Helps break down decaying leaves, wood, and other organic material in suitable tropical setups.

Carefully Packed — Prepared and packaged with care to support safe live delivery.

Product Details

Scientific Name: Cubaris sp.

Origin: Reported from Thailand; exact collection locality is not confirmed

Trade Name: Cappuccino

Adult Size: Approximately 0.4–0.8 in. (10–20 mm)

Care Level: Intermediate

Reproduction Rate: Slow to establish, with gradual colony growth under suitable conditions

Natural differences in size, age, coloration, and pattern may occur.

Care Requirements

Temperature: Approximately 72–79°F (22–26°C)

Moisture: Maintain a consistently moist retreat with damp sphagnum moss while keeping the opposite side less moist. Avoid allowing the entire enclosure to dry out.

Ventilation: Provide gentle, steady airflow while retaining humidity. Avoid stagnant air and waterlogged substrate.

Substrate: Use a deep, nutrient-rich isopod substrate with decaying hardwood leaves and decomposed wood. Provide bark hides and enough depth for burrowing.

Diet: Keep leaf litter and decaying wood available at all times. Supplement with isopod food, small portions of vegetables, and regular small servings of protein. Remove uneaten supplemental food before it spoils.

Calcium: Provide a continuous calcium source such as cuttlebone, limestone, or crushed oyster shell.

Commonly Used For

Cubaris sp. ‘Cappuccino’ is primarily maintained as a collector isopod and breeding colony. Established colonies may also contribute to cleanup in warm, humid bioactive terrariums that meet their care requirements.

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