Cubaris sp. 'Panda King'

Locale: Humid caves in Vietnam
Reproductive Rate: Slow to establish; roughly 6 months - 1 year. Once established, prolific breeders.
Growth Rate: Slow
Adult Size:  .7"
Difficulty: Recommended for intermediate to experienced collectors.

Identifiable by its dark grey/black and white banded carapace.

Very hardy species thrive in moist climates (high humidity)and damp soils but are not excessively wet. Prefers a gradient habitat starting with moderately wet, the middle being moist, and the opposite end is dry. Good ventilation is critical.

Bold and outgoing. Likes to burrow.

Sexually dimorphic. Males are generally larger with broader pleopods. Females have a slightly wider body shape, which allows them to carry and protect their young.

AKA "Pill Bug", thus rolls into a ball to retain moisture when the habitat is too dry, as well as a defensive posture.