{"product_id":"cubaris-sp-red-panda-king-isopods-free-shipping","title":"Cubaris sp. \"Red Panda King\" Isopods FREE SHIPPING","description":"\u003cp\u003eIsopods are one of the most beneficial microorganisms that thrive in your bioactive habitat. Many of them are very efficient at breaking down waste, organics and ensuring the nutrition and longevity of your bioactive substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Temperature Range: \u003c\/strong\u003e72F - 80F\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Humidity Range: \u003c\/strong\u003e60%-100%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Bio Dude Substrate: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/terra-isopoda-arthropod-and-crustacean-substrate-6-quarts\"\u003eTerra Isopoda\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/terra-aranea-substrate-for-tarantulas\"\u003eTerra Aranea\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/terra-fauna-6-qt-bag\"\u003eTerra Fauna\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/terra-flora-6-qt-bag\"\u003eTerra Flora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal food choices: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/repashy-morning-wood-3-oz-jar\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRepashy Morning Wood\u003c\/a\u003e, Repashy Bug Burger, Carrots, Cucumber\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(251, 4, 4);\"\u003ePlease read our Live Arrival Guarantee and Shipping Policies found \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/pages\/shipping-and-military-discount\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(251, 4, 4);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(53, 183, 33);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/upgraded-overnight-shipping\" style=\"color: rgb(53, 183, 33);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE: DUE TO HIGH TEMPS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, OVERNIGHT SHIPPING MUST BE UPGRADED AT CHECKOUT FOR ALL SPRINGTAILS AND ISOPODS FOR THE LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDUE TO HIGH DEMAND, WE WILL ONLY BE SHIPPING CLEAN UP CREW ORDERS EACH TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY TO ARRIVE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIA FEDEX 2-DAY EXPRESS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e. ORDERS PLACED ON WED, THURS, FRIDAY SHIP ON TUESDAY. ORDERS PLACED SATURDAY, SUNDAY, MONDAY, TUESDAY SHIP ON WEDNESDAY. IF YOU ORDER AFTER TUESDAY YOUR ORDER WILL SHIP THE FOLLOWING WEEK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIF YOU ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE ON YOUR DESIGNATED SHIPPING DAY, PLEASE REACH OUT TO US AT CUSTOMERCARE@THEBIODUDE.COM OR 717-305-0684. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DOA FROM BEING LEFT ON PORCH OR EXTREME TEMPERATURES! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYOUR CLEAN UP CREW WILL SHIP SEPARATE FROM THE REST OF YOUR ORDER AND MAY ARRIVE BEFORE OR AFTER THE REST OF YOUR GOODS. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Panda King Isopods (Cubaris sp.) are a morph from the Panda King Isopods. They were originally imported from Vietnam. These isopods are very rare and recommended for intermediate keepers. This species is known for taking a while to get established, much like the \"rubber ducky\" but once it becomes set they breed relatively easily. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 juice:w-full juice:items-end overflow-x-auto gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheir Role in a Bioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isopods are commonly found in moist environments and play a vital role in bioactive or naturalistic terrariums. Acting as essential members of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/isopods-springtails-cultures\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecleanup crew\u003c\/a\u003e, they facilitate the decomposition of organic matter such as dead plants and animal waste. This activity is instrumental in maintaining a healthy environment by mitigating waste buildup and averting foul odors. Isopods typically consume resources such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/biodegradable-leaf-litter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Bio Dude Leaf Litter\u003c\/a\u003e, rotting wood, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=bark\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evarious barks\u003c\/a\u003e, and fecal waste from inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Vivarium Seeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moreover, isopods contribute to bioactive vivarium seeding by dispersing beneficial microorganisms as they traverse the substrate. This process enhances soil enrichment and fosters plant growth, thereby establishing a harmonious ecosystem. Introducing them to the terrarium is a simple process; one can gently place them into the habitat. For guidance on determining the optimal quantity of isopods for habitat seeding, consult our guide on terrarium seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrition and Long-Term Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensuring the well-being of isopods necessitates providing a diverse diet comprising decaying plant matter, vegetables, and calcium-rich foods like eggshells or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/ca-bone-100-natural\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecalcium bones\u003c\/a\u003e. This dietary variety ensures they receive essential nutrients for growth and reproduction. The availability of ample rotting wood, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/seed-nut-pods\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebiodegradables\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/biodegradable-leaf-litter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eleaf litter\u003c\/a\u003e is pivotal for success. Fresh fruits such as zucchini, potatoes, carrots, or squash can be utilized, though any uneaten vegetables should be removed within 24 hours of application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsopods as Feeders: \u003c\/strong\u003eIsopods also serve as natural and nutritious feeders for certain reptiles and amphibians. Due to larger size of the Pandas many lizards and large amphibians will hunt them down quickly if the substrate is not deep enough. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulturing Isopods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culturing isopods entails creating a suitable environment mimicking their natural habitat, including providing an appropriate \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/bioactive-substrates\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esubstrate\u003c\/a\u003e, maintaining optimal moisture levels, and offering \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/seed-nut-pods\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehiding places\u003c\/a\u003e. Regular monitoring and maintenance are imperative to sustain a healthy culture and ensure a continuous food source for pets. We recommend utilizing a minimum of an 18-quart locking tub with adequate ventilation, containing a 2”-4” layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/bioactive-substrates\/products\/terra-isopoda-arthropod-and-crustacean-substrate-6-quarts\"\u003eTerra Isopoda\u003c\/a\u003e, abundant\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/biodegradable-leaf-litter\"\u003e Bio Dude leaf litter\u003c\/a\u003e\/biodegradables, and some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/the-bio-dude-compressed-sphagnum-moss-brick-150-grams\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBio Dude Sphag Moss\u003c\/a\u003e mixed in for humidity retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Bio Dude","offers":[{"title":"10 Count","offer_id":50614314172602,"sku":"CUC-REDPANDA10ct","price":53.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Count","offer_id":50614314205370,"sku":"CUC-REDPANDA20ct","price":103.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1654\/9443\/files\/redpanda3.jpg?v=1790871334","url":"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/cubaris-sp-red-panda-king-isopods-free-shipping","provider":"The Bio Dude","version":"1.0","type":"link"}