Invertebrate · Cockroach
Orange head roach care guide
Eublaberus posticus
The orange head roach is a beginner-level cockroach from Northern South America, Trinidad. Adults reach Body 4–5 cm and live 1–2 years in captivity. Hardy burrowing feeder colony that does well in deep moist substrate.
- Enclosure 45 × 30 × 30 cm
- Temp 26–30°C
- Humidity 60–70%
How much does a orange head roach cost in Canada?
Orange head roach quick facts
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- Body 4–5 cm
- Lifespan
- 1–2 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Northern South America, Trinidad
- Minimum enclosure
- 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18 × 12 × 12 in, ≈ 11 US gal)
- Housing
- A colony species – best kept in a group.
- Temperature
- 26–30°C
- Humidity
- 60–70%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Omnivore – roach chow, vegetables, fruit, leaf litter
- Bioactive style
- Invertebrate colony
Orange head roach enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18 × 12 × 12 inches). A colony species – best kept in a group. This species suits a invertebrate colony bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix10 cm
Leaf litter is food here, not decoration – keep a thick layer topped up. Keep one side damper than the other.
Temperature: 26–30°C. Humidity: 60–70%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a orange head roach eat?
Omnivore – roach chow, vegetables, fruit, leaf litter. Keep dry chow available and offer fresh produce 2–3 times weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Burrowing and harmless; cannot climb glass.
Health watch: Needs deep damp substrate; dry setups stall breeding.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Nothing needed most days.
Weekly
- Mist the damp side; add vegetables or protein food in small amounts and remove leftovers after 24–48 h.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter and add a calcium source (cuttlebone).
- Thin out the colony or split it if it gets crowded.
Yearly
- Replace about a third of the soil, which turns into frass over time.
Recommended for a orange head roach bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (45 × 30 × 30 cm).
Orange head roach FAQ
Is the orange head roach good for beginners?
Yes – the orange head roach is a good choice for beginners. Burrowing and harmless; cannot climb glass.
What size enclosure does a orange head roach need?
At least 45 × 30 × 30 cm (about 18 × 12 × 12 inches, roughly 11 US gallons) for one adult. A colony species – best kept in a group.
How much does a orange head roach cost in Canada?
Typically $30–60 CAD to buy, about $160–270 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $40–80 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a orange head roach need?
Temperature: 26–30°C. Humidity: 60–70%.
What does a orange head roach eat?
Omnivore – roach chow, vegetables, fruit, leaf litter. Keep dry chow available and offer fresh produce 2–3 times weekly.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.