Pak chong isopods are beautiful cubaris isopods from tropical Thailand. These stunning isopods make a fantastic addition to any terrarium, bioactive enclosure or molting tank and thrive by burrowing into burrows; once established they breed quickly. Purchase a Habitat Kit including New Zealand Sphagnum Moss, Leaf Litter, Isopod feed and Springtails today and get started!
Cubaris sp.
These pak chong isopods, commonly referred to as Rubber Duckies, have gained immense popularity within the hobby due to their distinctive appearance. Furthermore, their rapid reproduction makes them great candidates for terrarium environments.
Cubaris murina can form into balls as a defensive mechanism and are unfazed by light. They enjoy feeding on leaf litter, decomposing plant matter, forest moss, lichen and fruit as food sources; additionally they need high amounts of proteins so it is necessary to feed them two or more times each week.
Habitat
Isopods are nature's cleaners - devouring dead leaves, rotting wood, animal waste, fish food pellets and reptile sheds alike. Some can even roll up into tight balls as a defensive mechanism or way to retain moisture (as with terrestrial pill bugs or woodlice).
Most isopods inhabit both freshwater and brackish environments, where aquatic species feature gills for swimming; those on land possess pseudotrachea for gas exchange. Similar to aquatic isopods, terrestrial isopods possess rigid segmented exoskeletons and two pairs of antennae as well as branching limbs called pleopods which enable them to move on land. If you visit this website postpods.co.uk/products/pak-chong, you'll get even more pak chong isopods on the internet.
Many keepers provide protein supplements to promote the health of their population. This may include fish flakes, turtle pellets, dried shrimp, reptile hides or other meaty foods like fruit and vegetables which should first be rinsed to remove any pesticides or chemicals before offering. Cuttlebone is another popular calcium source; it takes isopods longer to digest it though!
Feeding
Pak Chong isopods make an excellent addition to any bioactive enclosure or aquarium, being easy and low maintenance to care for despite their vibrant red coloring. Their tolerance makes them the ideal candidate for beginner hobbyists; these tolerant creatures breed rapidly. Prefers high humidity with well-draining substrate, such as leaf litter or decayed wood for feedings as well as calcium supplements for healthy exoskeletons.
Our vented 6qt Habitat Kit provides everything needed to begin raising pak chong isopods correctly, from substrate with flake soil and flake pebbles, New Zealand Spagnum Moss, Springtail Feed for Isopods and even heat/cold packs so your new pets arrive alive!
Care
Pak chong isopods are an ideal addition to any bioactive enclosure or collection, from aquariums and terrariums to collections and habitats. Their vibrant red color adds aesthetic appeal while they act as effective decomposers and contribute to healthy ecosystems. Preferring high humidity levels with deep substrate - as they spend most of their lives submerged to help breed and molt. Proper drainage must also be provided to avoid waterlogging and overhydration issues; provide well-draining substrate with areas of different moisture content as they spend most of their lives submerged; supplement their diet with cuttlebone and calcium sources to support healthy skeletal development and exoskeleton health - our vented 6qt habitat kit contains everything needed for taking good care of Pong isopods!