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Papaya Isopods (Cubaris murina)

Papaya Isopods (Cubaris murina)

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Regular price $2.50 USD
Regular price $4.00 USD Sale price $2.50 USD
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Prices are per each isopod. Tiered bulk discounts are unlocked as you add more. (See additional information below for details).

Papaya Isopods for sale!

Origins: Asia. Timid species (like many Cubaris). These mid-sized inverts feature a soft pinkish-brown color, sometimes sporting white skirting with their cute faces. These terrestrial crustaceans do the dirty work by cleaning up animal waste and decaying plant matter in your reptile enclosure or vivarium.

HabitatPrefer a high humidity (60-80%) environment overall (70-78°F) while maintaining ventilation. Recommended substrate depth 2-3".

Food: As with most isopod species their main source of diet should be lots of leaf litter, decaying wood, and calcium supply. Supplement with organic fresh veggies & protein.

Reproduction: Papayas may be slow to start, but if their habitat conditions are right, they are very prolific breeders.

Additional Information

  • Isopods are captive bred.
  • Do not release them into the wild (per USDA APHIS)
  • Isopods will be various sizes.

Many isopod distributors offer starter cultures of specific counts (5, 6, 8, 10 counts, etc.). We have found that some clients want 1 isopod while others prefer 20+. We have made the decision to sell isopods on a per price basis to assist with your custom-built starter cultures.

Isopod listings are priced for 1 isopod.

Tiered Discounts are unlocked as you add more.

New to Isopods?

We have some care tips to help you get started and troubleshoot any concerns you may have with your colonies.

Click here to check them out!

Shipping Information

At Holy-Poly Isopods LLC, we pride ourselves on providing professional shipping.

LOCAL PICKUP OPTIONS

  • When selecting a local meetup, we will email you to arrange date/time.
  • Check your emails (including junk/spam folders) and contact us if you haven't heard back within 48 hours of placing your order.

FREE SHIPPING

  • Orders of $99+ are eligible for complimentary shipping.
  • The shipping service will be determined by Holy-Poly Isopods (regardless of shipping selection).

SHIPPING LIVE ANIMALS

  • As a USDA APHIS Permitted shipping facility, we use our current PPQ-526 permits to ship within the Continental U.S.

  • When sending 'Live Animals' we may delay your shipment due to Holiday schedules, weather conditions at your location or ours, or other.

  • We provide Live Arrival Guarantee (LAG) Shipping through our strategic shipping partners and policies.
  • Review and understand our LAG Policy for safe delivery.
  • You are responsible for ensuring their safe indoor delivery promptly or arranging a Hold for Pickup with our Shipping Partner (picking up same day).
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