Description
Blaberus sp. Honduras — the Honduran Cave Roach — is a large, impressive roach from the caves and forested regions of Honduras, and one of the most striking members of the Blaberus genus available in the hobby. Bold patterning, a substantial body size, and the mystique of a cave-dwelling origin make this species a standout for collectors who want something with presence and provenance.
The Blaberus genus is well-established in the invertebrate hobby for good reason — these roaches are hardy, communal, and relatively easy to maintain, while being large and visually impressive enough to serve as genuine display animals. The Honduras locale adds an extra layer of collector appeal, representing a geographically distinct population that is less commonly available than the more widespread Blaberus species in the trade.
These roaches are detritivores and scavengers, thriving on a varied diet of dry dog food, fruits, vegetables, and leaf litter. They are prolific breeders in captivity and can form large, self-sustaining colonies — making them equally appealing as a display species, a feeder roach for large predators, or a breeding project for serious collectors.
Care Highlights
- Locale: Honduras
- Temperature: 75–85°F; warm and stable conditions preferred
- Humidity: Moderate — 60–70%; avoid fully saturated substrate
- Substrate: Coconut fiber or peat-based mix with leaf litter; provide cork bark and egg flats for hides
- Feeding: Dry dog or cat food, fruits, vegetables, leaf litter, and grains; varied diet encouraged
- Enclosure: Smooth-sided enclosure with petroleum jelly or Fluon on upper walls to prevent escape; secure ventilated lid
- Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate — hardy and forgiving; excellent starter Blaberus species
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