“The Love Bugs”

Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches

Our “Love Bugs” came to the Center several years ago and their population has seemed to flourish! They are native to the island of Madagascar but, seem to be quite comfortable at the Center. They are one of the largest species of cockroach and can grow to about 3 inches in length. They are called “hissing” cockroaches because they expel air through openings in their abdomens which creates a hissing sound that they use for communication and warding off predators.

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