Gyna lurida (Porcelain Roach)

Gyna lurida

(Porcelain Roach)

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Gyna lurida (the Porcelain Roach) 

Adult Size - Male (27 mm), Female (31 mm)

Climbing Ability - Adults can climb

Flying Ability - Adults can fly

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Enclosure

G.lurida aren't particularly large or crowding sensitive, but they are extremely prolific, so their enclosure should have some space.

Ventilation level - Moderate

Hides - Not necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Necessary

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Substrate

G.lurida 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 - 1/2 dry, 1/2 moist

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Food

G.lurida 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

G.lurida can be kept into the low 70s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures.

Range - 70 F to 85 F