(Roach FAQ)

Q: What roaches are legal where?
A: Blaberus discoidalis are legal across the United States. Blatta lateralis and Blaptica dubia are illegal to own in Florida.

Q: How long do they live?
A: Blaptica dubia, Blatta lateralis and Blaberus discoidalis are known to live up to 18 months.

Q: Do they bite?
A: No, but discoids do have small spines on the back of the legs that can poke you. (It doesnt hurt at all)

Q: Can roaches climb?
A: The three main species I sell can not climb smooth plastic or glass however if the plastic is not smooth they can and will climb it.

Q: Can roaches fly?
A: Sorta, male Blaptica dubia and Blatta lateralis do have wings and can coast a few inches, but can not fly well. Both sexes of Blaberus discoidalis have wings but I have never seen one attempt to fly.

Q: What is Roach Chow?
A: Roach chow is simply roach food. The roach chow that I offer has been perfected over the last two years. Roaches go crazy over my chow and seem to grow fast and plumper.

If you have any other questions please email us and we will be glad to answer it and add it to our FAQ page.