Cubaris sp. "Red Panda King" Isopods are a stunning selectively bred morph of the ever-popular Panda King, prized for their deep reddish-orange coloration paired with creamy white to ivory markings. Their bold patterning gives them a striking appearance that stands out against natural leaf litter, moss, and cork bark, making them one of the most attractive display isopods for tropical bioactive enclosures. Each individual develops its own unique pattern, creating a colony filled with beautiful variation while maintaining the rounded body shape and charming personality that Panda King enthusiasts have come to love. Their combination of vivid coloration, manageable care requirements, and steady reproduction has made Red Panda King Isopods an increasingly popular addition to collections around the world.
Like other members of the Cubaris genus, Red Panda King Isopods thrive in warm, humid habitats with deep, moisture-retentive substrate, plenty of decaying hardwood, leaf litter, and secure hiding places beneath cork bark and moss. They benefit from a well-maintained moisture gradient, good airflow, and regular access to calcium and supplemental protein to promote healthy molts and colony growth. Although they appreciate stable environmental conditions, they are considered one of the more forgiving Cubaris varieties, making them an excellent choice for keepers looking to move into more advanced tropical species. Their remarkable colors, fascinating behavior, and reliable breeding make Cubaris sp. Red Panda King a standout species for both collectors and bioactive vivarium enthusiasts.
All Cultures are started with 6 isopods of mixed life stages. ( May be mostly babies)
Please note, we don't ship these during the cold months. (November - April).
Orders placed during this time will be shipped in the spring.
For live arrival ensure to choose the following Shipping method:
LIVE INSECTS OR FROZEN FEEDERS ( Live/Fresh Arrival Guarantee) No credit for orders when slower shipping is chosen.
