{"product_id":"female-black-tiger-roaches","title":"Female Black Tiger Roaches","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAdult Female Black Tiger Hissing Roaches – Approximately 2 to 3 Inches (51 to 76 mm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiceDirect adult female Black Tiger hissing roaches are farm-raised under controlled conditions on our farm in Cleveland, Georgia, individually sexed, professionally packed, and shipped live to exotic-pet keepers, insect collectors, educational facilities, breeders, zoos, and animal-care professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur adult females measure approximately 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm) and are individually sorted by sex to provide customers with female-only orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether kept as striking display pets, used to establish or expand a breeding colony, observed for educational purposes, or offered as substantial live feeders to appropriately sized insectivores, Black Tiger hissing roaches are known for their dark coloration, impressive appearance, and unusual hissing behavior.\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\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexed-Order Pricing Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach adult female Black Tiger hissing roach is individually sorted by hand. Because larger sexed orders require significantly more labor and remove a greater number of breeding females from our colonies, higher quantities may have a higher price per roach than smaller quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose MiceDirect?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessionally Sexed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Individually sorted to provide adult female-only Black Tiger hissing roach orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm-Raised\u003c\/strong\u003e — Produced in-house under clean, controlled conditions.\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 especially desirable as collector and display insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive Adult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adult females measure approximately 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Female Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Females have smaller, smoother pronotal bumps and relatively smooth antennae compared with adult males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Breeding Colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adult females are an excellent choice for establishing or expanding a Black Tiger hissing roach colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Hissing Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e — Females can produce audible hisses when disturbed, although territorial and courtship hissing is more strongly associated with males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingless\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black Tiger hissing roaches cannot fly or jump, although they can climb smooth surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Arrival Guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e — Used by exotic-pet keepers, insect collectors, breeders, educational facilities, zoological collections, pet stores, and animal-care professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdult Female Black Tiger Hissing Roach Size and Appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult female Black Tiger hissing roaches measure approximately 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm) and have broad, heavily armored, wingless bodies with predominantly black to deep-mahogany coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales can be distinguished from males by their smaller, smoother pronotal bumps and relatively smooth antennae. Adult males have more prominent horn-like bumps and noticeably hairier antennae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual size, coloration, and markings may vary naturally. Black Tiger hissing roaches cannot fly or jump, but specialized pads on their feet allow them to climb glass, smooth plastic, and many other surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Tiger Hissing Roaches for Breeding, Pets, or Feeders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult females are an excellent choice for establishing or expanding a Black Tiger breeding colony. Females retain their egg cases internally, where the eggs hatch before live nymphs are produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also hardy, fascinating to observe, and relatively easy to maintain. Their dark coloration, large size, unusual vocalizations, and generally manageable temperament make them excellent display pets and educational animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult females may also be offered as live feeders to appropriately sized reptiles, amphibians, birds, and other large insectivores. Always consider the roach’s size and firm exoskeleton when determining whether it is appropriate for your animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo preserve the Black Tiger line, keep them separated from other types of hissing cockroaches that could potentially crossbreed with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Black Tiger hissing roaches in a secure, well-ventilated enclosure with a tightly fitted lid. Because they can climb smooth glass and plastic, use a dependable escape barrier and inspect the enclosure regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide hiding areas and climbing structures such as cork bark, egg flats, or cardboard tubes. Temperatures around 78°F to 85°F are recommended for active growth and breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide good ventilation, moderately humid air, and access to both moist and drier areas without allowing the enclosure to become excessively wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a nutritious dry diet supplemented with small portions of fresh fruits and vegetables for moisture. Remove uneaten fresh food regularly to help prevent mold, fermentation, and fruit flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFast Live Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach order is professionally packaged for safe live delivery to eligible destinations. Live arrival is guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappiness Guarantee.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e If anything goes wrong with your order, simply contact us within 24 hours of delivery and we will make it right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium adult female Black Tiger hissing roaches. Farm-raised. Professionally sexed and packed. Delivered directly to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eDisclaimer: Females are not guaranteed to be previously bred, gravid, or virgin. Breeding results depend on proper care and environmental conditions. 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