{"product_id":"cubaris-sp-crazy-horse","title":"Cubaris sp \"Crazy Horse\"","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eCubaris sp \"Crazy Horse\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from Thailand, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCubaris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp. \"Crazy Horse\" is a rather unusual isopod, known for its striking mix of chocolate-brown, charcoal-black and creamy-white markings. Some individuals are almost entirely dark, while others have large patches of white across their backs, giving each one its own distinctive appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Crazy Horse particularly interesting is just how much the pattern can vary within a single colony. It's fascinating to see the different combinations of light and dark markings develop as the colony grows, with some individuals looking almost like completely different isopods!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStill relatively uncommon in the hobby, Crazy Horse is a lovely addition for collectors who enjoy unusual colouration and the excitement of never quite knowing what patterns their next generation might produce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotting hardwood, leaf litter (oak, beech, maple, chestnut, Asian species), and lichen form the staple diet. Supplement regularly with calcium (cuttlefish bone, limestone, or powdered calcium carbonate), protein-rich treats (fish flakes, shrimp pellets) and vegetables (squash, carrot, zucchini, or sweet potato).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80%. Requires a high humidity like most Thai species. Maintain a moist\/dry gradient: one side humid with moss or damp substrate, the other drier. Mist lightly or use a dropper every week to maintain stability without waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide good cross-ventilation to prevent stagnation, while keeping humidity stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substrate minimum ~5cm deep mix, organic soil, flake soil, rotting wood, sphagnum moss, and leaf litter. Add cork bark and hardwood pieces for shelter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3L Braplast tub or larger. For growing colonies 5L and 11L tubs may be more suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsopods are shipped securely in ventilated tubs with damp moss for safe travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are interested in larger quantities than those listed, or want any advise, please get in contact!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Xoticbugs","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":57634729001340,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":57634729034108,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/1583\/6215\/files\/cubaris-sp-crazy-horse-isopod-2_640bd53b-54d5-4048-a76e-af75ec857b12.jpg?v=1791642887","url":"https:\/\/xoticbugs.com\/products\/cubaris-sp-crazy-horse","provider":"Xoticbugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}