Rubber Ducky Isopods (Cubaris sp) are THE sought isopod for enthusiasts. Famous from Thailand, Rubber Ducky isopods prefer high humidity with at least six-inch or deeper of the substrate. Rubber Ducky Isopods like to burrow down to help them breed and molt.

The Rubber Ducky Isopod Discovery occurred in the dark and humid Limestone caves of Thailand in 2017! After the unbelievable discovery of this relatively brand new species, the buzz words now have become “Designer Isopod.”  The name Isopod, also known as rolly pollies, pillbugs, sowbugs, potato bugs, or woodlouse – is derived from the Greek word meaning “Equal Foot” isopods have an equal number of feet on each side of their body. 

Rubber ducky isopod

This Isopod, the Rubber Ducky, is the most popular and sought-after rare and unique species. Most of you are familiar with the simple light or dark gray rolly pollies from your childhood. Let us inform you that there has been an explosion of popularity and collectability after the Rubber Ducky Isopod’s discovery just a few short years ago. 

Cubaris sp: When we look closely at the Cubaris sp. from the front, their tiny heads resemble an actual yellow duckling’s bill and face! These beloved isopods are known all over the world for their duck-like faces and color resemblance.

Spiky rubber ducky isopod

These unique and rare isopod species are located in caves in Thailand. They are one of several relatively brand new southeastern Asian Cubaris, which have taken the entire isopod collection world by storm. Not only have they engulfed the Isopod hobby within the last few years, but this brand new species also has several varieties that are unidentified or not yet named scientifically. 

 

Rubber Ducky Isopods enjoy higher humidity in their enclosure than your average isopods species. These rare and exotic isopods love having various places to hide and borrow and prefer to roam around on damp sphagnum peat moss.