{"id":175691,"date":"2026-01-20T12:38:38","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T11:38:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insektenliebe.com\/shop\/produkt\/perisphaerus-glomeriformis\/"},"modified":"2026-02-24T10:24:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T09:24:21","slug":"perisphaerus-glomeriformis","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/insektenliebe.com\/en\/shop\/product\/perisphaerus-glomeriformis\/","title":{"rendered":"Perisphaerus glomeriformis"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #99cc33\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis &#8211; <\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #99cc33\">Observe the unique maternal love<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"s2\">  is one of the most unusual cockroach species in the hobby. At first glance, it resembles a small, armored woodlouse, as it can curl up into a ball when in danger. This behavior makes it particularly interesting and gives it a charming, almost primeval look. It is also quiet and peaceful, making it perfect for owners looking for an inconspicuous yet exciting species.   <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\">The species is mainly <\/span><span class=\"s3\">nocturnal<\/span><span class=\"s2\">  and moves a lot along the panes. Therefore, a box with good   <\/span><span class=\"s3\">Page view<\/span><span class=\"s2\">  perfect for observation. As <strong><span class=\"s1\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/span><\/strong> <\/span> <span class=\"s2\"> is a real escape artist, the enclosure should definitely be <\/span><span class=\"s3\">tightly sealed<\/span><span class=\"s2\">  be. Fine ventilation is important, but large slits must not be present. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\">Keeping them is pleasantly uncomplicated. The animals prefer   <\/span><span class=\"s3\">Moderately humid areas<\/span><span class=\"s2\">  between 22 and 27 \u00b0C. A substrate of forest soil and some white rotten wood and fodder leaves forms the basis. Moss provides additional moisture. You can also use a robust plant such as     <\/span><span class=\"s3\">Philodendron<\/span><span class=\"s2\">  use. It stabilizes the microclimate and offers the animals sheltered places. As cockroaches like to seek out shady areas, a good structure with bark and leaves is recommended.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\">The diet shows <strong><span class=\"s1\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s2\">  surprisingly versatile. It accepts mainly animal food. Particularly suitable are    <\/span><span class=\"s3\">Protein sources<\/span><span class=\"s2\"> such as cockroach food, our isopod food balance flakes and flower pollen<\/span><span class=\"s2\">. Beetle Jelly is also readily accepted. The combination of different types of food strengthens the animals and ensures stable, healthy breeding. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is really special, however, is their <\/span><span class=\"s3\">brood care<\/span><span class=\"s2\">. <strong><span class=\"s1\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s2\">  carries the offspring on its belly. The young remain close to their mother, who supplies them with a nourishing fluid that resembles &#8220;milk&#8221;. The larvae benefit enormously from this, as they remain there until they moult for the first time. This behavior is rare in the cockroach world and makes the species a real highlight for lovers of special biology.   <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\">Overall <\/span><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s2\">  A calm and social species that never ceases to surprise. It exhibits exciting behavior, requires little space and is an extraordinary eye-catcher for anyone looking for something special. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Finally, we would like to point out that breeding <\/span><span class=\"s2\">breeding <strong>Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/strong> is quite demanding despite relatively simple care<\/span><span class=\"s1\">. The animals develop very slowly, and sexual maturity in particular often presents owners with a real challenge. While the males reach sexual maturity much faster, they also live much shorter lives than the females. As a result, it often happens that the males have already reached the end of their natural life before the females even reach adulthood &#8211; and breeding cannot even take place.    <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Anyone who wants to successfully breed this special species therefore needs not only patience and experience, but also a little bit of luck to ensure that the development cycles of males and females harmonize. It is precisely this unpredictability that makes   <\/span><strong><span class=\"s3\">Perisphaerus glomeriformis<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"s1\"> but also so fascinating and unique to keep.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Perisphaerus glomeriformis &#8211; Observe the unique maternal love Perisphaerus glomeriformis is one of the most unusual cockroach species in the hobby. At first glance, it resembles a small, armored woodlouse, as it can curl up into a ball when in danger. This behavior makes it particularly interesting and gives it a charming, almost primeval look. 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