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Cubaris sp. 'Rubber Ducky' (Rubber Ducky Isopod)

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The Rubber Ducky Isopod (Cubaris sp. 'Rubber Ducky') is a highly sought-after isopod species named for its distinctive yellow face that resembles a rubber duck. It is a more delicate species requiring stable conditions and careful care.

  • Size :Medium
  • Qty :Price mentioned is for single fish
  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    • Description :

      The Rubber Ducky Isopod (Cubaris sp. 'Rubber Ducky') is a highly sought-after isopod species named for its distinctive yellow face that resembles a rubber duck. It is a more delicate species requiring stable conditions and careful care.

    • Appearance :

      Dark body with a distinctive yellow 'duck face' marking. Adults reach about 18–20 mm in size.

    • Lifespan :

      2–3 years

    • Diet :

      Leaf litter, rotting wood, vegetables, and calcium supplementation.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Rubber Ducky Isopods are prized for their unique look but require more effort to maintain healthy colonies.

  • Care Level :

    Intermediate to Advanced – requires careful monitoring of humidity and environment.

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    2–5 gallons

  • pH :

    Slightly acidic to neutral substrate preferred

  • Water Hardness :

    Not applicable (terrestrial; calcium supplementation required).

  • Temperature :

    72–78°F (22–26°C)

  • Max Size :

    Up to 20 mm

  • Tank Mates :

    Best kept in species-only colonies.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Predators or species requiring drier environments; should not be mixed with more aggressive isopods.

  • Scientific Name :

    Cubaris sp. 'Rubber Ducky'

  • Family :

    Armadillidae

  • Origin :

    Thailand (cave habitats)

  • Social Behavior :

    Colony-living, thrives in groups but slower reproducer.

  • Feeding Details :

    Provide constant access to leaf litter, vegetables, rotting wood, and cuttlebone for calcium.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Slow breeder compared to other isopods; females carry eggs in a marsupium.

  • Breeding Details :

    Breeds slowly; requires high humidity, stable temperatures, and calcium sources.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    Humidity: 70–90%, Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C), low ventilation to retain moisture.

  • Common Health Issues :

    Highly sensitive to dryness and environmental instability; needs calcium supplementation.

  • Temperament :

    Shy and secretive; tends to hide under wood or leaf litter.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Reclusive; spends much of its time hidden in moist areas.

    • Cubaris sp. 'Rubber Ducky' originates from caves in Thailand. Known for its adorable duck-like facial marking, this species has become one of the most popular isopods in the hobby. However, it is more sensitive to environmental fluctuations and requires a consistently moist environment with plenty of hides.

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