{"product_id":"mamey-cubaris-murina-isopods-10-count","title":"Mamey - Cubaris Murina Isopods (10 Count)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMamey - Cubaris Murina Isopods (10 Count)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe cleanup crew for any bio-active enclosure!\u003c\/b\u003e These captivating crustaceans, a highly sought-after color morph of the robust \u003ci\u003eCubaris murina\u003c\/i\u003e, are renowned for their striking appearance, hardy nature, and impressive breeding rate. Made by crossing the \"Tangie\" and \"Papaya\" morphs over multiple generations, the \"Mamey\" morph boasts beautiful peach, amber, and orange hues. They are a true powerhouse for maintaining a healthy, self-sustaining ecosystem while adding a pop of unique color to your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy choose Reptile Deli \"Mamey\" Isopods?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEffortless Cleanup Crew:\u003c\/b\u003e These are the ultimate \"roly-poly\" janitors! They diligently consume waste, decaying plant matter, and mold, actively preventing the buildup of harmful bacteria and fungi. Their natural scavenging habits keep your terrarium clean and balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProdigious Breeders:\u003c\/b\u003e Like standard Little Sea Isopods, the Mamey morph is celebrated for being highly prolific. They ensure your colony grows quickly, providing a consistent cleanup crew and a self-sustaining colony with minimal intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEssential Bioactive Component:\u003c\/b\u003e A vital part of any successful bioactive setup, these isopods work in harmony with springtails to cycle nutrients and enrich the soil, leading to a more natural and stable environment for your pet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGreat for Most Vivariums:\u003c\/b\u003e Adaptable and hardy, \u003ci\u003eCubaris murina\u003c\/i\u003e thrive well in both tropical and moderately arid settings. They are excellent for breaking down fecal matter, rotting foliage, and other organic debris, making them a top choice for maintaining a pristine enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect Beginner Cubaris:\u003c\/b\u003e Known as the absolute best starter species in the popular \u003ci\u003eCubaris\u003c\/i\u003e genus, they offer the gorgeous look of exotic isopods but with a much easier care regimen, allowing you to learn and grow with your colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach order contains a minimum of 10 isopods at various life stages. We also include a culture starter cup containing a safe shipping medium to ensure your isopods arrive healthy and ready to be introduced directly to your vivarium!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your bioactive setup and support your new colony with these top-quality products:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiledeli.com\/products\/temperate-springtail-culture\" title=\"Reptile Deli Springtails\"\u003eReptile Deli Springtails\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e The perfect partner for your isopods! Springtails work on a micro-level, cleaning up mold and detritus that isopods might miss, creating the ultimate cleanup crew synergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiledeli.com\/products\/reptile-earth-bio-mix-premium-substrates\" title=\"Reptile Deli Bio Mix Bioactive Substrate\"\u003eReptile Deli Bioactive Substrate\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e A specially formulated blend of organic materials that provides the perfect home for your isopods and plants, promoting healthy soil and a thriving ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReptile Deli Isopod \u0026amp; Springtail Food:\u003c\/b\u003e A nutritious, all-in-one food mix that ensures your cleanup crew is healthy, happy, and multiplying rapidly. This supplement helps them thrive when there isn't enough decaying matter in the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReptile Deli Cork Bark \u0026amp; Leaf Litter:\u003c\/b\u003e Essential for providing your isopods with shelter, moisture retention, and a natural food source. They love to hide and forage beneath these natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e[Quick Care Guide]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHousing:\u003c\/b\u003e A small container (like a shoebox-sized plastic tub) with good ventilation works well. Use a bioactive substrate as a base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Substrate:\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend our \u003ca title=\"Reptile Deli Bio Mix Premium Bioactive Substrate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiledeli.com\/products\/reptile-earth-bio-mix-premium-substrates\"\u003eBIO MIX\u003c\/a\u003e, but if you would like to make your own,  mix of coconut coir, compost, and sphagnum moss is ideal. Keep one side of the substrate moist and allow the other to be slightly drier. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintain a temperature between 68-78°F (20-25°C). Keep humidity moderate, providing a humid hide with wet sphagnum moss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Food:\u003c\/b\u003e Offer a varied diet of decaying leaf litter, soft rotting wood, and occasional supplements like Reptile Deli Isopod \u0026amp; Springtail Food, fresh vegetables (like carrots or zucchini), and calcium powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Mist the moist side of the enclosure as needed to prevent it from drying out. Replenish food sources and leaf litter every few weeks. With proper care, your colony will flourish!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Reptile Deli","offers":[{"title":"10 COUNT","offer_id":47563616321789,"sku":"ISO-CUB-MMAMEY-10","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/1837\/files\/DSC_2652.jpg?v=1779508034","url":"https:\/\/www.reptiledeli.com\/products\/mamey-cubaris-murina-isopods-10-count","provider":"Reptile Deli Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}