Description
If you enjoy the hidden world of isopods, this species is a great fit. The Cubaris iriomotensis “Miyako” isopod is less about flashy display, and more about a thriving miniature ecosystem. They feature subtle, natural coloration with the classic Cubaris shape and behavior.
Best for intermediate keepers, as the Miyako prefers minimal disturbance in a more controlled humid environment.
Breed Rate: Moderate
Origin: Miyako island, Japan
Adult Size: 10-20 mm, 1-2 cm, .4-.8 in
Temperature: 72-82F
Habits: Dedicated burrowers, spending the majority of their time underground. Passive and shy, and much more active at night.
Husbandry: High Humidity (70-80%), Damp and Deep Substrate, Live Moss, Offer Plenty of Cover like Flat/Cork Bark, Leaf Litter, Wood Rot, Limestone, and Seed Pods (Magnolia, Sweet Gum, Lotus)
Primary Diet: Decaying Organic Matter, Leaf Litter, and Wood Rot
Supplemental Diet: Fish Flakes, Dried Shrimp, Cuttlebone or Egg Shells, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Butternut Squash, Freeze-Dried Peas, Dried or Dead Insects, Zucchini, Cucumber, Commercial Food like Repashy Morning Wood
Also known as Cubaris iriomotensis “Japanese Red Edge Miyako”, Cubaris sp. “Red Edge Miyako”, or Venezillo sp. “Iriomotensis.”
