Red Runner / Turkistan Roach

Shelfordella lateralis

100 mixed: $15 ( Not Available )
500 mixed: $50 ( Not Available )
1000 mixed: $80 ( Not Available )

Detailed Species Stats -Click-

- Adult Size: Male: 30 mm. Female: 26 mm.

- Climbing Abilities: All life stages cannot climb.

- Flying Abilities: Adult males can fly.

- Mode of Birth: Oviparous

- Care Level: Easy.

- Temperature Requirements: 75-88 degrees Fahrenheit.

- Air Humidity: Not picky.

- Substrate Humidity: Moist.

- Favorite Foods: Not picky.

Locality: None.

One of the best feeders out there, the Turkistan roach is easy to care for and just the right size. The adults and nymphs cannot climb glass, but the adult males can fly. Adult females are dark purple with small wings, and produce dozens of ootheca over their lifetime. A good substrate and high temperatures will ensure a nearly endless supply of nymphs.