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Warty Glowspot Roach

Lucihormetica verrucosa

LucihormeticaBlaberidae

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Overview

A handsome display roach named for the two pale 'glowspots' on its pronotum — despite the name these are pigment spots, not light organs (interestingly, a carrot-rich diet deepens them toward orange-red). Keep on barely-moist peat and rotted compost at 75-85°F with medium-high humidity; adults of both sexes climb but cannot fly, so use a secure lid. They dig semi-permanent burrows to shelter and raise young. Feeds on organic banana, orange, carrot, zucchini, and soaked high-protein dog food; moisture from produce/substrate. Harmless.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

75-85°F

Humidity

60-80%

Enclosure Sizes

Adult:ventilated bin/tank with a secure lid

Substrate

Type:barely-moist peat + rotted compost; bark hides; they form semi-permanent burrows
Depth:2-4 inches

Feeding Schedule

Adult:continuous (chow + fresh produce for moisture)

Prey size: omnivore — roach chow/dry dog food, fruit, veg, occasional protein

Quick Stats

Type

terrestrial

Adult Size

~1.5-1.6 in (37-40 mm)

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

South America (Colombia, Venezuela)

Temperament

docile; climbs; flightless

Behavior

Webbing
BurrowingYes
Water DishOptional

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