Mermaid Pearls (Cubaris murina) Isopods – Smooth, Shimmering, and Bioactive-Friendly
Included Isopods:
Glacier
Papaya
Anemone
Florida Orange
A beautiful and versatile species known for its smooth texture and soft pearly gray coloration. Subtle yet elegant, these isopods add a refined look to any bioactive enclosure while also serving as an efficient cleanup crew. Their manageable size and calm behavior make them a favorite among keepers of all experience levels.
Key Features:
🦪 Pearly Gray Coloration – Smooth-bodied isopods with a soft, shimmering gray tone that gives them the “Mermaid Pearls” name.
🧹 Reliable Cleanup Crew – Actively breaks down decaying plant matter, leaf litter, and organic waste to support a healthy enclosure.
🌡️ Hardy & Adaptable – Thrives in temperatures of 68–82°F with moderate to high humidity (70–85%), making them suitable for many bioactive setups.
🐚 Calm & Easygoing – Less skittish than some species and often visible, making them enjoyable to observe.
🔁 Steady Reproduction – Reproduces at a manageable pace, ideal for maintainable colonies without rapid overpopulation.
Perfect For:
Bioactive terrariums and vivariums
Reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate enclosures
Isopod collectors seeking an attractive yet practical species
Hobbyists wanting a hardy, beginner-to-intermediate isopod
Sold in starter cultures, carefully packaged and shipped with a live arrival guarantee, where applicable.
*Guaranteed few extra included FREE for your convenience and ease of starting (or adding to) your culture!
Mermaid Pearls (Cubaris murina) Isopods – Smooth, Shimmering, and Bioactive-Friendly
Included Isopods:
Glacier
Papaya
Anemone
Florida Orange
A beautiful and versatile species known for its smooth texture and soft pearly gray coloration. Subtle yet elegant, these isopods add a refined look to any bioactive enclosure while also serving as an efficient cleanup crew. Their manageable size and calm behavior make them a favorite among keepers of all experience levels.
Key Features:
🦪 Pearly Gray Coloration – Smooth-bodied isopods with a soft, shimmering gray tone that gives them the “Mermaid Pearls” name.
🧹 Reliable Cleanup Crew – Actively breaks down decaying plant matter, leaf litter, and organic waste to support a healthy enclosure.
🌡️ Hardy & Adaptable – Thrives in temperatures of 68–82°F with moderate to high humidity (70–85%), making them suitable for many bioactive setups.
🐚 Calm & Easygoing – Less skittish than some species and often visible, making them enjoyable to observe.
🔁 Steady Reproduction – Reproduces at a manageable pace, ideal for maintainable colonies without rapid overpopulation.
Perfect For:
Bioactive terrariums and vivariums
Reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate enclosures
Isopod collectors seeking an attractive yet practical species
Hobbyists wanting a hardy, beginner-to-intermediate isopod
Sold in starter cultures, carefully packaged and shipped with a live arrival guarantee, where applicable.
*Guaranteed few extra included FREE for your convenience and ease of starting (or adding to) your culture!
