Madagascar Hissing Cockroach: The Best Pet Invertebrate? with Clint’s Reptiles!

[@ClintsReptiles]

But is it the best pet insect for you?

[@misse2013]

I wish I weren't so scared of them. Honestly I think if they didn't have the word "cockroach" in the name, I might be ok with them.

[@frankdughtank8327]

Love you!!!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Call them Clint's Hemimetabolous False Beetles.

[@grapefruit9308]

Yes it is

[@MAL-469]

Well your reptiles eat roaches

[@PeppersnGlowworms]

"That is a pretty loud noise [...] for an insect to make!" Cicada: Hold my beer...

[@Aquarimax]

Cicadas are incredibly loud, true! 🤣

[@thainhaines2853]

Cicadas drink beer?

[@Gamerkat10]

I loved how every time Clint lifted the angry old man he was just hissing away, lol

[@tigergumby]

I was at Petco a few months ago for a snake hide and saw they had 6 hissing cockroaches for adoption for $0.25 each! Now that they're comfy, they like to poke their heads out of their hides. They're so dang cute! 😍 I feed mine fresh fruits and veggies, dogvfood, and fish food. They absolutely love the fish food!

[@Eternal_11_Sasha]

We just got them a couple of months ago at my petco that I work at as well. I bought all three that we got and my coworkers thanked me because they are all terrified of them. I have been obsessed with bugs since childhood so I couldn't say no! I have them in a 10 gallon terrarium with a locking screen lid and they are quite a delight to observe!

[@tliltocatl4472]

The Reptile Man and The Isopod Man together in one video, that's an early Christmas gift. I still have the video of my first hisser birth. Seeing all the white itty bitty baby roaches spurting out of their mom's back end was... special the first time.

[@Aquarimax]

Merry Christmas 😊👍

[@christiansaravia7865]

I have a T Albo :)

[@RomeoHatesShrimp]

This video is criminally underrated

[@Aquarimax]

Thanks!

[@808Fee]

I've been keeping them as pets for over 10 yrs now. I absolutely adore them. Keep the males and females separate to control population. I like to breed for size, so I select only the biggest for mating. Don't underestimate their climbing skills tho; they can walk up glass and push open lids. Left the female tank open once... was up all night collecting them. They love to climb up furniture and sit on the males' enclosures. The males show no interest in escaping, they stay put and protect their territory. Appears to be the male pheromone that attracts the females.

[@HidekiShinichi]

had 3 males and could not climb nothing but fabric and some plants.

[@dadchin9746]

chadroaches

[@gatroeboy]

Male cockroaches ain’t no simps

[@808Fee]

@@gatroeboy 😂 Definitely not.

[@victorstreet]

Eat

[@awesomeanimalswithalishav5874]

Hissers are definitely one of my favorite pets. I'm always advocating for them and I don't even like roaches in general because I've lived with pest ones. These guys are so cool though. Their care is so simple; I have mine in 10 gallon tanks added a vaseline barrier to the top rim so they can't escape, have a screen lid on it, then just feed them chicken crumbles and veggies. Some people don't like them, but I just use water crystals for water since sponges didn't work well for me. Also added a few hides and egg cartons. I got some fun pictures for my Instagram of them crawling all over a pumpkin hide and a skull hide. I have 6 colonies and 100's of them since they keep breeding. They're especially great compared to the dubia which were supposed to be my feeder roaches and just haven't flourished in the exact same conditions. The Hissers are so personable it took me a long time to start using them as feeders, but my beardies gobble them up. Though they do get a little big eventually for the bearded dragons (all except my Bastian who dives headfirst into their enclosures to grab the largest ones she sees. They seem to work pretty well for cleanup crews too. I added a couple when I made my bioactive ball python tank and everyone seems to be doing fine. My ball python is having good sheds, the isopods & springtails & mealworms are everywhere, and the hissers even share the snake's hide. There was a bit of an awkward beginning when hissers and snake met, but it made for funny video.

[@KP3droflxp]

You ever heard about emerald roaches (Pseudoglomeris magnifica)? These are my absolute favourites, they are extremely cute, they aren’t as hungry and loud as hissers and they are just stunningly beautiful. I also love my hissers though.

[@awesomeanimalswithalishav5874]

@@KP3droflxp They're so pretty! Them and a couple other types of roaches are on my list of creatures I want to keep.

[@amyesworldcatherinesminime7945]

Like many of the species people consider "pests" or "vermin" cockroaches are just going about their business, trying to make a humble living. It's sometimes, or even often, human behaviour which is the problem. Leave rubbish out in the streets - rats and pigeons will clear it up. I guess an infestation of roaches isn't great, and people may struggle to control numbers once established even if they're taking all measures for cleanliness. But I've only seen single roaches "in the wild" and I kinda liked them. I saw some (live) exotic species in a museum and I thought they looked awesome! Education is the key, finding out where the little critters in the world fit in and the benefits they bring. Clint and Rus are great people to learn from. Can I get myself one of these hissers now please? (@ Mr A)

[@aryanson]

Scuttle, Scuttle, little roach, How you run when I approch. Up upon the kitchen shelf, Hastening to secrete yourself. Most adventurous of the vermin, How I wish I could determin, How you spend your hours of ease, Perhaps reclining on the cheese. Little soul, why be so shy? We are brothers, you and I. After midnight like yourself, I explore the kitchen shelf. From the Roach Poem.

[@Ari-13-Ana]

For me, the best pet invertebrates are the ones in my garden outside, where I can come and see them when I want to but they do their own things. Pill bugs, spiders, millipedes and centipedes, ants, and many more!

[@HidekiShinichi]

you wont see their personalities that way tho. Hissers have different personalities but without keeping them for a while you wont see that.

[@alexkarasoulos]

Rus, you are so underated. And you collaborating with another idol of mine is just spectacular.

[@Aquarimax]

It is kind of you to say so! Collaborating with Clint was certainly an amazing experience for me!

[@seanhoward8276]

I breed Dubias for my dragons and we've grown fond of them. I think I'm going to surprise my daughter's with some pet hissers.

[@emilynightingale7758]

these are the only pets i brought with me to uni, they're great.

[@THE1REALJP]

I had these as pets years ago and they were some of the coolest things that I ever cared for next to my Giant African Millipedes, and I could house them all together which was also cool and they basically ate the same foods, I ended up with a job that took more of my time than I wanted and made it hard for me to be able to spend the time needed to properly care for them so I sent them all back to a sanctuary.. I still miss them but I know that I did them all a favor.. Or at least I hope I did because I never did a follow up on them which I also regret not doing and feel terrible about.. Why do I feel this way about insects? THEY ARE AWESOME! THAT is why! Worth every minute of your time if you are genuinely serious about actually caring for them and giving them the best life possible.. So rewarding!

[@nathanrupley]

Me and my 7 year old's two favorite youtubers in one video!!!

[@Aquarimax]

Well, that makes me smile!! 😊👍

[@snaileontologist5996]

Every new Aquarimax video is my new favorite video on KZbin, but this one even more so than usual!

[@Aquarimax]

😊👍 I enjoyed every second of the process! Filming with the crew at Clint’s Reptiles was amazing!

[@ClintsReptiles]

It was such a pleasure having you!

[@Aquarimax]

@Clint's Reptiles It was an honor and privilege for me! And...STINKIN’ RAD!

[@mowe3787]

I love your calm demeanor. So gentle.

[@asmolbean9300]

I really really love them but they still freak me out a little sometimes. Little hissy bois 🥺

[@Aquarimax]

I love that hiss! 😊👍

[@joshuastover1047]

You can tell Clint loves his roaches!😂😂

[@ClintsReptiles]

I do I do I do!

[@klaskristian1]

A big con with cochroaches in general is that they are very allergenic. Some speicies more than others. Discolids and dubias are among the worst. For me atleast. I cant even be in the same room as a dubia colony without having severe allergic reactions, and i really mean severe! I have little experience with hissers, but those are not that bad. "Red runners" i also can stand and use them as feeders. But in general, cochroaches are very allergenic. They can even be a cause of astma in many people. So as Clint sait about people beeing more affraid of cochroaches than snakes, it make sense in that aspect. I love all insects including cochroaches, dont get me wrong here, but i just cant stand them from an allergic person stand point

[@JohanExoticGlobal]

I never heard these. I hope this never effect me 😮

[@klaskristian1]

@@JohanExoticGlobal youn havnt? Cockroaches are among the most allergenic animals there are. Its their feces/frass that causes this. This is one of the reason people doesnt want them in public buildings. Google "Cochroaches and allergies" and you can read about it

[@JohanExoticGlobal]

@@klaskristian1 Wow .Thats nuts. I know so many people that keep them and breed them as feeders without any problems, I hope i keep staying this lucky lol

[@SonicBoone56]

Ironically they're pretty clean animals and most people's allergies are to due to not being around pets as children. Gut bacteria basically. Supposedly your body will get used to it so long as the allergies aren't severe.

[@tarantulacollective]

Very cool! Awesome seeing you two doing a collaboration!

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you Richard! It was so much fun!

[@HidekiShinichi]

had 3 males for couple of yrs. Cuties they are, cool and calm insects, hardy af, easy to keep and coooool

[@sandysizemore1828]

What? You got Russ on your show? We are all so blessed today :))

[@felixduley6809]

When worlds collide! My two favorite invert channels :)

[@cloudfox2471]

Great. Lots of information. I prefer Halloween Roaches. They are a bit smaller but very pretty and most beautiful in my opinion. Mine live as part of a mixed species vivariums. They absolutely love climbing and hiding. One thing that they have managed to do is tunnel their way through the background foam. Also potential escapees through the tiny air vents. However, so far only a few larger babies have managed to fall out as I have opened the doors.🐞

[@SilverNoMakeVideos]

So awesome to see you collaborating with other people in the community!

[@Aquarimax]

I had a blast with the crew at Clint’s Reptiles!

[@ArtaherDuron]

My Common Snapping Turtle is getting bigger and I'm going to be picking up 1000 Hissing Cockroach. They're great to keep I used to have about 300 of them. I used to keep mine in a trash can 😆

[@keirasmith6183]

My mom doesn't like cockroaches she's terrified of them but I've been begging her for 1 for 3 years and I finally got one it's a beautiful female and I'm pretty sure it's pregnant and it's name is Penelope and I love your channel so much both of yours

[@Aquarimax]

Sounds like Penelope will have a lovely home with you. If she was with males is a warm enclosure, she probably will provide you with some babies! Thank you so much for watching !

[@barbhelle5481]

Reach just freak me out because I had to live with house ones as a child.

[@Aquarimax]

I can respect that...that is how my wife feels.

[@AnasuiJolyne]

I have Dubia roaches and they're the best invertebrates for me.

[@Aquarimax]

That works! Very similar in many ways. 😊👍

[@carlitomontibon2759]

I prefer dubia because they're heavier and can't climb as easily... Hisser nymphs tend to be escape artist.

[@rodneybever9583]

That is what I raise as tarantula feeders. I like how they don't stink. My hissers i see as pets. At least until the breed and I have hundreds. Lol

[@SonicBoone56]

People never mention dubias as actual pets? Any reason why? Can't see why any roach species would be bad as a pet, especially knowing that somebody I know has reptiles and keeps them as feeders. Would be a literal free pet.

[@charlottesmom]

Just got a pair today, so far they are great! They seem to love their enclosure.

[@katherinewiykovics1602]

As someone who just lost a very "alpha male" hisser due to unknown causes (either he fell or it was natural causes, it was hard to tell and he was almost 2 so he was hitting the older years), this video makes me happy. I got 5 more, with hopefully babies on the way. It is surprising how much these little guys can crawl into your heart. Biggest question is, how do I know when the female is about to give birth? Mine look like they're about to pop and sometimes look like they're pushing...but then it just turns out to be poop. Maybe its the case of a watched roach never has babies but...I want some little ones!

[@Aquarimax]

That is a great question. Since I have never kept this species myself, I am not sure...but I’ll bet Clint knows!

[@Twistedlittlesmile]

This is a species I've wanted almost my whole life.. but not legal in Canada

[@808Fee]

That's super weird. There are only 2 US states where they are illegal: Florida and Hawaii. They'd never be able to survive a Canadian winter. They are legal in all of Europe. If you really want them, they are legal in Washington state and any other state up there. 😉

[@Twistedlittlesmile]

@@808Fee Washington state is on wrong side of the continent unfortunately

[@808Fee]

@@Twistedlittlesmile I know, I'm just saying.... I'm sure there are plenty of breeders in both the US and CA. If you keep them, just don't put them on Insta. Some laws make sense, others don't.

[@rescuerex7031]

That's weird, they're illegal in Florida cuz they're perfect for Florida's Ecosystem, so they would ruin the ecosystem

[@JACEVER]

I've been keeping them for about a year now and I absolutely adore them! I just recently decided to start breeding them. My oldest female recently had a bunch of nymphs which are now going through their very first molts! I also have tiger and halloween hissers, they're absolutely gorgeous.

[@michelletran1039]

I LOVE THIS COLLABORATION! Great to see two great reptile and invertebrate creators together 🤩

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you! It was great fun!

[@becks5012]

They are SO cool and cute

[@rodneybever9583]

Use a light coat of vaseline around the top few inches of the enclosure and they can't climb that. I have an open bioactive enclosure with a colony and no escapees.

[@Aquarimax]

Excellent!

[@HeyItsIDK]

1:06 "You ready? Listen for this." *inserts Minecraft spider noises*

[@barrkorrd27]

What a pleasure to see the both of you in a video

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you! Clint and ai have quite a few more collaboration videos, and I had a blast making each one!

[@SonicBoone56]

We definitely need more cockroach videos! I'm so curious about them.

[@Aquarimax]

As well you should be...quite fascinating!

[@SonicBoone56]

@@Aquarimax I love those wiggly antennas! I've been staring down all the various species like the hundreds found on Roach Crossing. A big unknown since most are kept as feeders. Hissers seem to be the most logical choice and would be my first choice but I'd love to see the others they have. I just don't wanna have to buy 20 darn roaches for a colony. I would only want maybe 2 males or something. I dunno how long they live and how you'd prevent having a ton of them. They wouldn't be feeders so it'd not be ideal to have more than a handful. Honestly I'm glad I'm not the only person on earth who looks at cockroaches and finds them cute and potentially a good pet! That means maybe those questions can be answered. Would love to find some people IRL who keep them. I'd much rather have a pet roach or jumping spider before ever thinking about having a cat, hedgehog, or opossum.

[@cryptid-artha]

I love hissers! I used to have them, but then I moved to a condo and couldn't keep them, but once I have a house I am planning on having another colony!

[@Fishtory]

hmmm usually I don't care for cockroaches ....however, this sort of makes me change my mind. thanks!

[@thekingdomofanimals8323]

I didn't see this video! This collab is awesome!!!!

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you! It was so much fun to do!

[@nathanielleack4842]

We finally came full circle and they are covered on clints channel!

[@tetzdudelsackbau7393]

What a great crossover! I like you both a lot!

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you so much! I had a blast with Clint and the crew!

[@mckflurry]

Creepy-Crawly Batman & Robin Thank you guys! Both your content is awesome.

[@thedumpyfrog6329]

How did I miss this, I have been asking for so long. Thanks

[@barbhelle5481]

Thank you both.

[@Aquarimax]

Thank you Barb!

[@Avocetexotics]

I have one male madigascar hissing cockroach set up in a fully bioactive 5.5 gallon with around 6 inches of substrate to burrow in and a custom background. He pretty much only climbs behind his background which is kind of annoying seeing I set up his amazing tank, but whatever makes him happy i guess. Mine is an amazing climber and will litteraly crawl right up and into my hand if I put it by him. I use a milk cap for water but often let it dry out and just give him sprays a lot. I feed him carrots and greens and pretty much a ton of other veggies. I also give him super high quality cat food and some wet cat treat with pretty much only chicken in it.

[@Aquarimax]

It sounds like you’ve given that hisser a marvelous home!

[@Avocetexotics]

@@Aquarimax thank you. That means alot.

[@s.jmatthewsstilwell5926]

I have a pair of hissing roaches that I adore, a community of dubia, a community of sun beetles, headlight roaches, headlight roaches also hiss, domino roaches and question mark roaches. Massive mixed isopods display colony. Darkling beetles and a noble widow. I really do love these fantastic creatures. So much nicer than a pet rodent for children, my daughter's have learned so much, even my littlest one knows words like exoskeleton. So happy to see Aquarimax with you Clint.

[@s.jmatthewsstilwell5926]

Girls love bugs too.

[@HarunoSoul]

I love these guys. I had one that I kept for 3 years. He was very chill, didn't mind being handled(after he adjusted to me, he never hissed unless thoroughly spooked), he would eat pretty much anything(I once watched him literally slurp all the color off a skittle.) Wish I could find some more, but exotic pets are very rare around here, sadly.

[@drippingpopsicle8289]

These are a few of my favorite things...

[@stephencastillo]

i absolutely hated these creatures a week ago but yesterday i was able to hold one for the first time and now i want one as a pet cuz they seen super cool!

[@jacobhoward7288]

They are the most gentle pet I have ever owned. I got spooked a few times at first when they would hiss but once you get used to them they are awesome. My children love them too.

[@stuckinthelazycorneragain4016]

What an incredible collab! Love it.

[@dharmann5962]

I love clints reptiles and i love cockroaches i even have some of my own if your seeing this clint your awesome

[@Flat.Mcdonalds.Sprite]

I had some and I loved them so much 🥺

[@morgangobin9985]

If I had a pair of these guys I’d name them Temp and Tick. If you get that reference, you are awesome.

[@ratsby944]

Eyyyyy! A Gregor the Overlander fan in the comments!

[@MechanicalAnakal]

i'm terrified of roaches due to having to deal with an infestation in the past, but i can't deny how cute these hissy lil guys are ;u; maybe someday i'll get one, make a lil friend while trying to get over my fear lol

[@connybeyer9514]

Ros is a realy nice guy👍

[@theequitableprose]

I think speed and the shape of the eyes determine most of my fear with certain insects. Most cockroaches and wasps scare the chocolate bananas out of me, even in video. These don't, for some reason. I don't know if I would like the scritching of them plodding about on my hands, but I think I could at least tolerate it.

[@theequitableprose]

Mantises are adorable, but that's because they're goofy beyond comprehension.

[@timapiepgrass8702]

Most things that make sound vibrate something... yes Clint, that's what sound is.

[@psychedelicpython]

I was just going to look this up. Years ago I belonged to the Pacific Northwest Herpetological Society and they put out a monthly newsletter. Every month there was ad for Madagascar hissing cockroaches, and in the ad the person (probably a breeder) said they make the best pets. It wasn’t until very recently I got curious about them.

[@Aquarimax]

They are quite an amazing invertebrate pet, if you want something that is large docile, and easy to care for 👍

[@vagrantastronaut]

Very informative video! I like that you covered sexing and ootheca. I would _love_ to have them as pets, but in my country there are no breeders and nowhere to purchase them from! I have only touched them at the zoo 🥲

[@furiouskrim]

Such a cool pet. Thanks for the excellent information. I was worried about heating pad placement.

[@makeitkate3240]

Finally! The collab I’ve been waiting for!

[@Aquarimax]

I’ve been looking forward to it for a long time!!

[@hunterivey]

I own 2 of them, they had babies, but the babies didn't last long, but the parents are doing very well, and I love having them

[@daniellomas3003]

what a great colab i love rus

[@Aquarimax]

😊👍 Thank you!

[@COOPERSCICHILDS]

Cool

[@shadetreader]

I, too, hide from both heat and light.

[@Aquarimax]

😁

[@Into_The_Mystery_13]

I breed them to feed them to my tarantulas, but I really like them and feel bad about it

[@PlecsExotics3]

These are my favorite insect. I'm not sure but I might get some! Edit: I just got some and they're so cute and beautiful!

[@LAUGHOUTLOUDPUPPETS]

wish we could have them in ontario canada they are so often.

[@amazingaquaticsandexotics3030]

awesome roach

[@LilacJuvia]

I like them a lot

[@sans6040]

FINALLY!!!

[@Aquarimax]

Look for some more in the future!!

[@Philminator]

Cool prank. Hold a hissing roach while next to someone's car tire.😂 Sounds like it's deflating.

[@aryanson]

"Quick Henry, the Flit!"

[@derekfrost8991]

My dad got some to feed to his exotic iguanas. He was terrified of them getting loose so he would fill the bath with hot water and handle them above it so any that fell could be removed. In the end he failed to breed them and the colony ended. In case you don't find that funny, my dad was breeding exotic stuff for a British zoo, but failed with cockroaches.. 🤣😜

[@JayeVee]

I just picked 2 lil fellas up at petco because I was buying fruitflies culture for my dart frog, but damn, I think I have 2 male because I was looking at those 2 big curved bumps on their head, cos I was looking forward into breeding them in the future.

[@Aquarimax]

Fortunately you can always go back and pick up a couple of females. 👍

[@bl4cklilly574]

Do they bite? If so how do you keep them from biting?

[@mrpede7779]

No, they don’t bite! However, their legs can be spiky and they won’t hurt you on accident but you might get prickled

[@Adulting_Autistic]

Commenting for the algorithm.... So my boy, Malevolent who is the opposite of evil, and my two girls, Roachelle who is a Mama and Matilda who is waiting on babies, don't hiss often if at all lately. It was a fun party trick while it lasted. Now, the funny thing Mal does, is stretch out like a cat when I wipe him down with a baby wipe to get the oatmeal dust off him. 😁

[@AngryChristian1]

If Clint scored these, they would probably get the illusive 5/5 for all five categories

[@Aquarimax]

Probably! Pretty tough to beat!

[@ProgressiveDiscussions]

Those damn things are Escape artists, they climb smooth surfaces. I would go for the giant peppered Roach, they can't climb.

[@Aquarimax]

I do like the giant peppered roaches too!

[@RealBradMiller]

I'm looking for care info on Eupolyphaga Sinensis, or the Chinese Medicinal Cockroach. I can only find scientific papers on their uses, and how to 'prepare' them. I would like to know what temps/humidity/foods they enjoy. I have been providing protein, and dried fruits and veggies, but I don't see them out in the enclosure. I don't know if they are like Millipedes and hide most of the time. Thanks in advance if anyone has any information or sources!

[@SonicBoone56]

Roach Crossing and Roach Forums can help

[@Randolorian230]

Just got a pair a few days ago. Hope all goes well with them

[@MOONOVERMIAMI]

hello great video

[@Aquarimax]

Thanks Rodolfo!

[@Rob_Thorsman]

But I need a score in five categories!

[@Aquarimax]

😊 Clint’s trademark!

[@SonicBoone56]

@@Aquarimax can't wait for him to do a video on them.

[@JunFeril]

Would it be able to cohabitate them with isopods as part of a clean up crew?

[@exoticmutation7410]

Yea

[@sanguineregis5354]

Absolutely

[@awesomeanimalswithalishav5874]

I added them to the bioactive tank I made for my ball python. There's isopods, springtails, Hissers, and mealworms in there and it's doing great. I made sure to only put adult males in though so they don't breed. It's doing pretty well. They actually share my snake's hide. The only problem was when I first put them in one Hisser was wandering all over the tank and so was my snake, it was a bit of an awkward meeting but made for a funny video.

[@exoticmutation7410]

@@awesomeanimalswithalishav5874 meal worms and hissers ? Why lmao

[@awesomeanimalswithalishav5874]

@@exoticmutation7410 Why not? I raise them already and wanted to see what would happen. It's kind of cool watching all the creatures share food together.

[@justinreynolds7747]

The Mr. Rogers of creepy crawlies

[@liamsheehan8767]

It is my first time but how many should I get I am thinking two

[@Aquarimax]

Sounds good!

[@SagaDraws]

Wait how did you two get them so active in the day?!?! Mine are so lazy, lol.

[@Aquarimax]

We just told them it was time to shoot some B-roll, and they were ready to go. :)

[@richardbaez566]

More roach videos!

[@Aquarimax]

I’m glad to do them! I just need to collaborate with wonderful people like Clint who keep them!

[@aguyontheinternet2955]

*What is this? A crossover episode?*

[@Aquarimax]

Indeed it is!

[@JustmePR85]

Tengo una pareja junta hace una semana cuántas ponen ? Y de q tamaño salen? Sirven para alimentar geckos?

[@sourcererseven3858]

Well you say they can't reproduce without elevated temperature, but not every spot in the house is room temperature. Think under the roof or inside the insulation around the hot-water-pipes. Or even just the boiler room. I wouldn't count on them definitely not being able to find a spot they like 😁

[@MrDantheNobody]

“Climb better than Dubias but not super well…” My hissers literally climb glass like it’s volcanic rock.

[@doubt3430]

I can still here the old one hissing

[@ray-sattler]

Hey guys. Thx for the awesome video. Could you maybe help me. My hissers are infected with tiny white mites and i think they kill them (not the normal symbiotic mites). I have a feeling they crawl inside the roaches in the space between the segments. I tried to wash them off but that didn't really work. Plz tell me what i can do, me and my girl are loving them and we don't want them to die :( Thx a lot in advance

[@Aquarimax]

I’m sorry to hear you are having mite problems! This roach care guide provides some insight into dealing with mites: www.roachcrossing.com/care-guides/

[@ray-sattler]

@@Aquarimax Yeah, it's so sad. Many of my roaches are dead and now i used flour to try and dry out the mites, but yeah, i don't really know if that works and also it's not an easy task with so many roaches. But i started to do it yesterday and the roaches are still alive and well. So yeah, i hope they are getting well soon. Love them so much, they are so cute.

[@jacobwilliams1620]

Are you uploading the stream from tonight, i missed it?

[@Aquarimax]

Unfortunately, I had a lot of technical issues, and had to delete it.