Collection: Black Tiger Hissing Roaches

MiceDirect live Black Tiger hissing roaches (Gromphadorhina grandidieri) are farm-raised under controlled conditions, professionally packed, and shipped to insect collectors, exotic-pet keepers, breeders, educational facilities, zoos, pet stores, reptile keepers, and animal professionals across the country.

Known for their impressive size, deep black coloration, and distinctive hissing behavior, Black Tiger hissers make fascinating collector insects, display animals, classroom pets, and breeding colonies. Appropriately sized individuals may also be used as substantial live feeders for larger insectivorous animals.

Our collection includes Male Black Tiger Hissers, Female Black Tiger Hissers, and Black Tiger Breeding Groups, allowing you to select individual adults or establish a breeding colony.

Since 2003, MiceDirect has supplied dependable feeder products and live insects to more than 10,000 customers nationwide.

Why Choose MiceDirect?

Farm-Raised — Produced in-house under clean, controlled conditions.

Striking Collector Species — Their large size and deep black coloration make Black Tiger hissers an impressive addition to exotic-insect collections.

Distinctive Hissing Behavior — Black Tiger hissers produce an audible hiss by forcing air through specialized respiratory openings.

Wingless Species — Nymphs and adults are wingless and cannot fly.

Collector and Feeder Use — Ideal for display and breeding colonies, while appropriately sized individuals may also be offered to larger reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and other insectivores.

Sexed Options Available — Choose male Black Tiger hissers, female Black Tiger hissers, or a sexed breeding group based on your needs.

Live Arrival Guaranteed — Professionally packaged for live delivery. If there is a problem with your order, contact us within 24 hours and we will make it right.

Trusted Nationwide — Used by reptile keepers, insect collectors, breeders, educators, zoological collections, pet stores, and animal-care professionals.

Black Tiger Hissers for Collectors

Black Tiger hissing roaches are prized for their impressive adult size, dark coloration, wingless bodies, and fascinating hissing behavior. Adults commonly reach approximately 2–3 inches (51–76 mm), creating a striking display in a properly maintained enclosure.

Their distinctive appearance and manageable care requirements make them well suited for display colonies, breeding projects, classroom demonstrations, educational programs, and established exotic-roach collections.

Male, Female, and Breeding Black Tiger Hissers

Our Black Tiger collection includes individually sexed adult males and females for customers building specific groups or expanding established colonies.

Black Tiger Breeding Groups include a selected combination of males and females, providing a convenient starting point for establishing a productive colony.

To help preserve their distinctive characteristics, Black Tiger hissers should be housed separately from other hissing-roach species that could crossbreed with them.

Black Tiger Hissers as Live Feeders

Although primarily offered as collector insects and exotic pets, Black Tiger hissers may also be used as substantial live feeders for appropriately sized insectivores.

Always choose a feeder appropriate for your animal’s size, supervise feeding, and remove any uneaten roaches from the enclosure.

Secure Housing Is Required

Black Tiger hissers are wingless and cannot fly, but both nymphs and adults can climb smooth glass and plastic surfaces.

Keep them in a secure, escape-resistant enclosure with a tightly fitting ventilated lid and an appropriate climbing barrier around the upper interior.

Fast Nationwide Live Shipping

Orders are processed within one business day. Live orders ship Monday through Friday, with West Coast shipments generally scheduled Monday through Wednesday to help protect product quality during transit.

Each order is professionally packaged and shipped through UPS, FedEx, or USPS. Live arrival is guaranteed.

Happiness Guarantee. If anything goes wrong with your order, simply contact us within 24 hours of delivery and we will make it right.

Premium Black Tiger hissing roaches. Farm-raised. Professionally packed. Delivered directly to your door.

Disclaimer: Not for human consumption.