Invertebrate · Cockroach
Tiger hisser care guide
Princisia vanwaerebeki
The tiger hisser is a beginner-level cockroach from Madagascar. Adults reach Body 5–8 cm and live 2–4 years in captivity. Striped hisser that can climb glass; males are territorial.
- Enclosure 45 × 30 × 30 cm
- Temp 24–30°C
- Humidity 50–70%
How much does a tiger hisser cost in Canada?
Tiger hisser quick facts
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- Body 5–8 cm
- Lifespan
- 2–4 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Madagascar
- Minimum enclosure
- 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18 × 12 × 12 in, ≈ 11 US gal)
- Housing
- A colony species – best kept in a group.
- Temperature
- 24–30°C
- Humidity
- 50–70%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Omnivore – vegetables, fruit, roach chow
- Bioactive style
- Invertebrate colony
Tiger hisser 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 Mix5 cm
Leaf litter is food here, not decoration – keep a thick layer topped up. Keep one side damper than the other.
Temperature: 24–30°C. Humidity: 50–70%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a tiger hisser eat?
Omnivore – vegetables, fruit, roach chow. Offer fresh produce 2–3 times weekly with dry food available.
Handling, temperament & health
Docile and handleable; hisses loudly.
Health watch: Dehydration and overcrowding stress.
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 tiger hisser bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (45 × 30 × 30 cm).
Tiger hisser FAQ
Is the tiger hisser good for beginners?
Yes – the tiger hisser is a good choice for beginners. Docile and handleable; hisses loudly.
What size enclosure does a tiger hisser 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 tiger hisser cost in Canada?
Typically $15–40 CAD to buy, about $140–250 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $30–60 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a tiger hisser need?
Temperature: 24–30°C. Humidity: 50–70%.
What does a tiger hisser eat?
Omnivore – vegetables, fruit, roach chow. Offer fresh produce 2–3 times weekly with dry food available.
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.