Cubaris murina 'Glacier', commonly known as the Glacier Isopod, is an attractive terrestrial isopod known for its pale, frosty coloration and compact body shape. It is a popular choice among keepers looking for a visually distinctive and relatively easy-to-maintain Cubaris variety.
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Cubaris murina 'Glacier', commonly known as the Glacier Isopod, is an attractive terrestrial isopod known for its pale, frosty coloration and compact body shape. It is a popular choice among keepers looking for a visually distinctive and relatively easy-to-maintain Cubaris variety.
Pale white to light gray coloration with a frosty appearance and a compact, rounded body. Adults generally reach around 10–15 mm in length.
2–3 years
Leaf litter, decaying wood, vegetables, and calcium sources.
The Glacier Isopod is an attractive and manageable choice for keepers who want a pale-colored Cubaris variety with interesting colony behavior.
Beginner to Intermediate – relatively hardy but requires consistent moisture and good ventilation.
2–5 gallons
Slightly acidic to neutral substrate preferred
Not applicable (terrestrial; requires calcium supplementation).
72–78°F (22–26°C)
Up to 15 mm
Best kept in species-only enclosures or with compatible cleanup crew such as springtails.
Predatory reptiles, amphibians, insects, or aggressive and highly competitive isopod species.
Cubaris murina
Armadillidae
Southeast Asia
Colony-living; thrives in groups and can establish a healthy colony under stable conditions.
Provide constant access to dried leaf litter and decaying hardwood, supplemented with vegetables and calcium sources such as cuttlebone.
Moderate to fast breeder under stable conditions; females carry developing young in a marsupium.
Breeds successfully when provided with consistently humid conditions, suitable temperatures, abundant leaf litter, decaying wood, and adequate calcium.
Humidity: 70–85%, Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C), with moderate ventilation and a moisture gradient.
Dehydration and molting difficulties can occur when humidity is too low. Excessive moisture combined with poor ventilation can also cause stress.
Peaceful and generally shy; spends much of its time under cover.
Peaceful and somewhat secretive, often remaining beneath leaf litter, bark, and other hides. Usually becomes more active when humidity is suitable.
Cubaris murina 'Glacier' is a cultivated color variety of Cubaris murina appreciated for its light coloration and hardy nature. It thrives in a humid enclosure with plenty of leaf litter, decaying wood, hides, and a suitable moisture gradient. Stable conditions and regular access to calcium help support healthy growth and reproduction.