White Shark Isopods
Cubaris sp. "White Shark"
Pale dwarf Cubaris with shark-like head shape. A striking tropical collector morph.
Quick facts
- Genus
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Temperature
- 22–26°C
- Humidity
- High (75–85%), cross-ventilate
- Adult size
- ~10 mm
- Origin
- Thailand (Southeast Asia)
- Temperament
- Shy, secretive
About this species
White Shark Isopods (Cubaris sp. 'White Shark') are a dwarf Cubaris morph from Thailand prized for their creamy white colouration and distinctive pointed head profile. Like other Cubaris they need humid, cross-ventilated setups with deep leaf litter and limestone for calcium. A slower breeder and a standout display species for intermediate keepers.
- Size:
- ~10 mm
- Enclosure:
- A well-ventilated plastic bin or glass terrarium with cross-ventilation to keep air from going stagnant.
- Diet:
- Leaf litter (oak, magnolia) and decaying hardwood as the staple, plus vegetables and a protein source like fish flakes. A constant calcium source such as limestone is essential.
- Temperature Range:
- Maintain temperatures between 72 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Extreme heat or cold can prove detrimental.
- Reproduction:
- Slow breeders with smaller broods. Be patient and try not to disturb the colony.
- Substrate:
- Coconut coir or peat moss mixed with crushed limestone, kept consistently moist and topped with a deep layer of leaf litter.
- Humidity:
- Maintain high humidity (around 70–80%) paired with strong cross-ventilation. Keep one side moist to establish a gradient.
