{"product_id":"breeding-black-tiger-roaches","title":"Breeding Black Tiger Roaches","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBreeding Black Tiger Hissing Roaches – Adult Mixed-Sex Groups – Approximately 2 to 3 Inches (51 to 76 mm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiceDirect's breeding Black Tiger hissing roaches are farm-raised under controlled conditions on our farm in Cleveland, Georgia, individually sexed, professionally packed, and shipped live directly to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach group contains adult males and females in a fixed, female-heavy ratio selected to help customers establish or expand a productive breeding colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their predominantly black to deep-mahogany coloration, impressive size, and distinctive hissing behavior, Black Tiger hissers also make fascinating exotic pets, collector insects, display animals, and educational specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2003, MiceDirect has supplied dependable feeder and exotic-animal products to more than 10,000 customers nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding Group Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5-Count Group\u003c\/strong\u003e — Includes 2 adult males and 3 adult females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-Count Group\u003c\/strong\u003e — Includes 3 adult males and 7 adult females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20-Count Group\u003c\/strong\u003e — Includes 6 adult males and 14 adult females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach roach is visually inspected and individually sexed before shipment. The stated male-to-female ratio is guaranteed for each group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose MiceDirect?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFixed Breeding Ratios\u003c\/strong\u003e — Every group includes the stated number of adult males and females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFemale-Heavy Groups\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each group contains more females than males to provide greater future production potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessionally Sexed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Every adult is individually inspected and sorted by sex before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm-Raised\u003c\/strong\u003e — Raised in-house under clean, controlled conditions on our farm in Cleveland, Georgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Dark Coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black Tiger hissers display predominantly black to deep-mahogany coloration that makes them desirable collector and display insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive Adult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adults measure approximately 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive-Bearing Reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Females retain their egg cases internally and later produce live nymphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingless\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black Tiger hissing roaches cannot fly or jump, although they can climb glass, smooth plastic, and other smooth surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Arrival Guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each order is professionally packaged for live delivery. If there is a problem with your order, contact us within 24 hours and we will make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdult Size and Appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Black Tiger hissing roaches have broad, heavily armored, wingless bodies with predominantly black to deep-mahogany coloration. Individual size, coloration, and markings may vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult males have prominent horn-like pronotal bumps and thicker, hairier antennae. Adult females have smaller, smoother pronotal bumps and relatively smooth antennae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sexes can produce an audible hiss by forcing air through specialized breathing openings. Males may also hiss, posture, and engage in physical displays during territorial and courtship interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEstablishing a Black Tiger Breeding Colony\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the breeding group in a secure, well-ventilated enclosure with a tightly fitted lid. Black Tiger hissing roaches can climb glass and smooth plastic, so a dependable escape barrier is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide abundant hiding and climbing surfaces using egg flats, cork bark, cardboard tubes, or similar materials. Additional surface area helps reduce crowding and gives males separate areas in which to establish territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain temperatures around 78°F to 85°F to encourage activity, growth, and reproduction. 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