Deropeltis sp. "Masai Mara" (Black Velvet Roach)

Deropeltis sp. "Masai Mara"

(Black Velvet Roach)

*Under Construction*

Deropletis sp. "Masai Mara"

Adult Size - Male (36 mm), Female (30 mm)

Climbing Ability - Nymphs & adults can climb

Flying Ability - Uncertain

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Enclosure

D.sp. "Masai Mara" aren't particularly large or crowding sensitive, so their enclosure doesn't need to be spacious.

Ventilation level - High

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Necessary

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Substrate

D.sp. "Masai Mara" aren't picky about their substrate as long as it holds moisture well.

Type - Not picky

Moisture level - 1/2 moist & 1/2 dry

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Food

D.sp. "Masai Mara" aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average roach diet.

Type - Fruits, proteinaceous pet foods, vegetables

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Temperature

D.sp. "Masai Mara" can be kept into the mid 70s, but grow and breed fastest at warmer temperatures.

Range - 75 F to 85 F