#madagascar hissing roach

[pibafish]

xmas gift for my mother

[thefigureinthecorner]

hi long time no post!!! i've started working on a pronoun puns series that i've been putting up on redbubble, starting with some he/him/hiss designs that i'd been wanting to make for a While and finally decided to start on in honor of my pet hissing roach who passed away recently. i wanted to make some art of him and figured now's as good a time as any to get into this series

i'm taking recommendations for pun/creature combos!! i've got a few in mind for some other pronoun sets already but additional input is welcome <3

hissing roach design | ball python design | cat design

[satsutenroachdaily]

[chaotic-minds-think-alike]

Going through a very bad artblock rn but for now have some smellies

[onenicebugperday]

@synnesilentweb submitted: This is my adult female Madagascan Hissing Roach, Cinnamon :)

She is beautiful! Please tell her

[mlmxreader]

somethin tells me they don't like their new tank /sarc

[h3rb3rtw3st]

Making sure my kids have good taste.

[attacus-atlas-moth]

Science Communication post for school part II: Madagascar hissing cockroaches

This time we looked at light preference and food preference in cockroaches

MHCs are nocturnal detritivores (meaning they eat decaying plant and animal matter). They produce a hissing sound by forcing air out of their spiracles.

The experiment was conducted using choice chambers to give the cockroaches the option to choose between a light and dark area, and later, choose to eat a carrot or slice of pepperoni. They were deprived of food but not moisture for 5 days leading up to the experiment.

The fact they are nocturnal may make it seem like they would prefer the dark. However, at least at time of experimentation (early afternoon) the cockroaches were about an even split on preference.

About half of the cockroaches didn't eat. It's unclear if the majority not eating is due to time of day or if they weren't hungry. Those that did eat seemed to have a preference for the carrot, although a few ate the pepperoni.

In order to record data for this experiment we used google sheets. Nearly everyone wrote down data despite working in small groups. The problem with this is that we did not use any tactics to make sure data wouldn't be repeated, perhaps group numbers would have been a good idea. So I ask you, dear random bug people on tumblr, don't do that! Make sure your data makes sense and is accurate. Even ignoring the small sample size this would not be a good study because I don't know if the data is accurate! Good data is important

[jonnysinsectcatalogue]

Madagascar Hissing Cockroach - Gromphadorhina portentosa

With this set of insect images, all pictures from the ROM for the year 2023 are proudly displayed on this blog for you to enjoy. I've already gone at length discussing these feisty beans and their habits, behaviors and routines. While many onlookers may not see these armored insects as appealing, I take great joy knowing the role that they play within their own ecosystems and the opportunities they provide for eager minds to learn (about nature and science), whether as pets or in exhibits. If you're not a Roach fan, it's worth remembering that it could be worse in terms of insect encounters. Since this specie lacks wings, it can't suddenly startle you by becoming airborne and (unintentionally) buzzing towards you... and then subsequently slam into their terrarium's glass. They can run rather quickly, however, so that may be unsettling! Nevertheless, there are many more exhibits to enjoy at the ROM if looking at exotic Roaches (and other arthropods) isn't your idea of a good time. For me, I enjoy seeing what they've gotten up to.

Having visited the ROM's "Natural World" exhibit many times before, it would be a great benefit to have additional information displayed regarding these curious insects. Although simple, there's so much to learn about them, and many myths that could be dispelled so as to not treat all Roaches as "dirty insects" (admittedly this specie does consume debris and rotting material as they are decomposers by nature). Decomposers play crucial roles within their ecosystems, and it would do well to remind people that forests, parks and jungles are born not just from their plant-life, but also the material that is broken down to sustain them. An interactive series of hissing samples would provide a lot of insight. Specifically for how these Roaches interact and communicate with each other and any other creatures they encounter. Recordings would suffice, even if hearing it live is more authentic, but in a carefully curated environment such as this one, agitating the exhibit denizens for spectacle isn't a good idea. Besides, a sudden hiss from such a small creature is quite startling the first time, especially if you're not expecting it. You may prod, but it's up to the Cockroach to determine how aggressively it will press air from its spiracles to spook you.

Pictures were taken on December 19, 2023 with a Google Pixel 4. Come and see the many insect exhibits of the Royal Ontario Museum if you happen to be in town.

[the-vegan-muser]

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Roachelle, everyone’s favorite cockroach. She was a good insect, even if she did make me a single grandmother of 30 with no warning.

Rest in peace little lady. 💚

[feral-babe]

Wall-E and Hal 💕

[spuddragon]

My madagascar hissing roaches had babies! They're actually really cute little guys.

[bugtistic]

I got to hold a friend at the bug museum today!

(Gromphadorhina portentos, Male)

[satsutenroachdaily]

Class of 2013 by Mitski. I didn’t feel like editing my finger out lmao

[chaotic-minds-think-alike]

can we see some of your roaches

Yes some latest pictures

[onenicebugperday]

i just need to show this,,, i recently got some madagascar hissing roaches and look!!!!!! freshly peeled!!!!! im so proud of this little man,,,

Freshly peeled angel!!! Please tell him he's beautiful