Eublaberus sp. "Ivory" (Ivory-Head Roach)

 Eublaberus sp. "Ivory"

(Ivory-Head Roach)

Eublaberus sp. "Ivory" (Ivory-Head Roaches) Nymphs are like little bulldozers, effortlessly plowing their way through the substrate. At adulthood, both sexes gain a full pair of wings, along with their namesake ivory coloration. This species appreciates less moisture/humidity than its' relative, the Six-Spotted Roach. Eublaberus sp. "Ivory" is the posterchild for blatticomposting, AKA composting with cockroaches. One sustainability project documented a large colony composting over 50 lbs. of organic food waste in only a 6-month period!

Adult Size - Male (51 mm), Female (54 mm)

Climbing Ability - None

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

E.sp. "Ivory" aren't particularly crowding sensitive, but are large, so their enclosure should have some space.

Ventilation level - Moderate

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Not necessary

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Substrate

E.sp. "Ivory" aren't picky about their substrate as long as it holds moisture well, isn't abrasive, and is deep enough to burrow in.

Type - Not picky

Moisture level - Moderate

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Food

E.sp. "Ivory" 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

E.sp. "Ivory" can be kept into the high 60s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures.

Range - 68 F to 85 F