Ember Roach

Pycnoscelus striatus


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Starter colony (12 mixed nymphs): $20


Detailed Species Stats -Click-

    • Adult Size: Male: 18 mm. Female: 25 mm.
    • Climbing Abilities: Adults of both sexes can climb.
    • Flying Abilities: Adults of both sexes may be able to fly.
    • Mode of Birth: Ovoviviparous.
    • Care Level: Easy.
    • Temperature Requirements: 70-85 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Air Humidity: Not picky.
    • Substrate Humidity: Not picky.
    • Favorite Foods: Not picky.
  • Locality: None.

This species is incredibly shy, but will come out in droves to feed when hungry. The adults resemble burning embers when retreating back under the substrate. This is a beautiful, hardy species that does well in multi-species enclosures.