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Madagascar Hissing Cockroach \u2013 Why It Hisses and How to Care for It<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Madagascar hissing cockroach (<\/strong>Gromphadorhina portentosa<\/strong><\/em>)<\/strong> is a large, wingless cockroach native to Madagascar. During the day, it often hides under bark or in narrow crevices. It becomes more active at dusk and at night. That\u2019s when you can watch it climb, search for food, and interact with other members of its group. <\/p>\n

It gets its name from a clearly audible hiss. To produce this sound, it forces air through openings in its abdomen. Both sexes can hiss when disturbed. Males also use this sound when encountering rivals. It\u2019s best to observe the animals in their terrarium, as hissing when handled may be a defensive reaction. <\/p>\n

Setting Up a Terrarium for Madagascar Hiss Cockroaches<\/span><\/h3>\n

Hissing cockroaches can climb even on smooth glass surfaces. That\u2019s why the terrarium needs a lid that closes securely and fine-mesh ventilation openings. Also check cable openings and cracks: What\u2019s too narrow for an adult may be just wide enough for a juvenile. <\/p>\n