Giant Cockroach
Did you know?
When mating is complete, the female is pregnant for life. Eggs are retained within the female in a compartmentalized case, or ootheca.
Habitat
Forests, caves, rocks in Central and South America
Size
3- 4 inches long
Lifespan
2 years
Diet
Decaying plant and animal matter
Reproduction
20 nymphs are born from eggs. They take 9-12 months to reach adulthood.
Conservation Status
Least Concerned