Therea regularis
(Orange Domino Roach)
After decades of monochrome entertainment, humans experienced color television for the first time in 1950. Eventually, Therea regularis would allow roach hobbyists to see Domino Roaches in color as well. True to their name, Orange Domino Roaches look like Therea petiveriana, but orange! They have proven more sensitive to lapses in care than their relatives, nearly disappearing from culture for a time. Unlike other members of the genus, which are rather drab as nymphs, these guys actually display an attractive faded red color.
Adult Size - Male (20 mm), Female (28 mm)
Climbing Ability - None
Flying Ability - None
Enclosure
T.regularis 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
Substrate
T.regularis 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 moist & 1/2 dry
Food
T.regularis aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average roach diet.
Type - Proteinaceous pet foods, fruits, vegetables
Temperature
T.regularis can be kept into the mid 70s, but grow and breed fastest at warmer temperatures.
Range - 70 F to 85 F
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