Henschoutedenia flexivitta (Giant Lobster Roach)

Henschoutedenia flexivitta

(Giant Lobster Roach)

Henschoutedenia flexivitta is everything Nauphoeta cinerea wishes it could be. Nymphs start off a plain brown, gradually developing orange stripes to go along with a mesmerizing rainbow sheen. Adults show off marbled wings complimented by an ornately marked pronotum. While baring a definite resemblance to its cousin, the Giant Lobster Roach is longer, broader, and more beautifully colored. Mature individuals, echoing other members of their tribe, are capable of squeaking when disturbed.

Adult Size - Male (36 mm), Female (42 mm)

Climbing Ability - Nymphs and adults can climb

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

H.flexivitta are rather large, so their enclosure should have some space.

Ventilation level - Moderate

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Necessary

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Substrate

H.flexivitta aren't picky about their substrate as long as it holds moisture well.

Type - Not picky

Moisture level - Moderate

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Food

H.flexivitta 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

H.flexivitta can be kept into the low 70s, but grow and breed fastest at warmer temperatures.

Range - 70 F to 85 F