Glacier Isopod - Cubaris murina sp.

❄️🐛 Meet the Glacier Isopod – Cubaris murina sp. 🐛❄️
 
These little armored wonders are a unique variety of Cubaris murina, nicknamed “Glacier” for their pale, frosty coloration. They’re part of the clean-up crew elite—hardworking detritivores that help keep bioactive enclosures healthy and balanced. 🌱
 
🔍 Glacier Isopod Quick Facts
📏 Adult Size: ~0.4–0.5 inches
📅 Lifespan: ~2–3 years with proper care
🏠 Enclosure: Secure, well-ventilated container with 2–3 inches of moisture-retentive substrate (like coco fiber, peat moss, and leaf litter)
🌡️ Temps: 70–80°F
💧 Humidity: 70–80%—keep one side moist and one side drier for self-regulation
🌿 Hides & Décor: Cork bark, leaf litter, and small pieces of rotting hardwood provide shelter and food sources
🍽️ Diet:
– Decaying leaves and wood
– Veggie scraps (carrot, cucumber, squash)
– Occasional protein source (fish flakes, shrimp pellets)
– Calcium source (cuttlebone or eggshell powder) for healthy exoskeletons
💡 Care Tip: Glacier Isopods are more visible in dim light and are excellent for tropical or temperate bioactive setups, especially for reptiles, amphibians, or invertebrate displays. They’re easy to keep once established, but require a stable environment for long-term success.
 
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