Cubaris sp. Yellow Tigers

A striking, premium Cubaris morph known for bold tiger striping and warm yellow tones.

Description

Yellow Tigers are a beautifully patterned Cubaris characterised by deep yellow body tones with distinct black banding, giving a true “tiger” aesthetic. They are active for Cubaris, confident on the surface once established, and show great colour variation as they mature.

Growth & behaviour

• Medium growth rate

• Loves deep, well-matured substrate

• Prefers stable humidity with micro-pockets

• Bold once settled – more visible than standard Cubaris

Difficulty

⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Intermediate

Not as fragile as Papaya or Lemon, but benefits from good microclimate and calcium availability.

Temperature & Humidity

Temp: 22–26°C

Humidity: Mid (60–70%) with drier zones

Needs both humid hide + airy surface areas

Diet

• Leaf litter

• High-quality flake soil

• Rot wood

• Protein weekly (light dose)

• Cuttlebone / calcium access

Recommended enclosure

Bioactive or semi-bio with layered substrate and plenty of bark and moss. Loves texture and vertical structure.

Why they’re special

✔ iconic tiger striping

✔ premium Cubaris look

✔ hold colour into adulthood

✔ more visible than many Cubaris

✔ a collector favourite

Perfect for

Collectors wanting something showy and hardy that still feels premium — a great upgrade from more common Cubaris varieties.