Gyna caffrorum ‘Chrome’ Roach”

Chrome roaches for Sale
(Gyna caffrorum)

Intro: Gyna Cafforium, widely known as the chrome roach, is a medium sized climbing roach popular in the bioactive and exotic pet scene due to its shiny wings and bright red body. Its beautiful appearance is often not seen however, as it spends its time buried in its substrate rather than above ground like other terrestrial roach species. They are not very heavy eaters, but their care is a bit more complex than other, easier roach species. Nymphs cannot climb very well, however adults can climb virtually any surface, and are even capable of flight, though they will only take off if left with no other option, as they do prefer to burrow under the ground.

Care: Being a climbing species, the chrome roach should have a tight fitting lid on its enclosure to avoid escape, as they are extremely fast and can climb nearly any surface as adults. They require lots of ventilation and air flow, so holes or vents on the sides of the habit is a must. They thrive in moderate humidity, higher humidity levels are dangerous to this species, and can cause molting issues, The substrate should be able to hold this humidity, coco fiber or top spoil is preferred. While looking for food, they like to climb wood and other rough surfaces in the habitat, cork wood or charcoal make good hides and perches. Leaf litter is also heavily advised, as it is their main food source in the wild and can serve as a hide, and a humidity controller to the habitat. The ideal temprature for thriving is 77-85 degrees farenheit.

 Origins: Gyna originates in the more humid areas of Africa, settling near wooded areas near rivers to make their homes under leaf piles and rotting stumps, only coming out to hunt for nutrient rich food sources (dead animals and fruit for example).