Live Dubia Roaches

Our dubias are raised in-house, so we can ensure you're getting the absolute best quality roaches!

Benefits of Dubia Roaches:

• High in Protein: Packed with protein, making them ideal for growth, muscle development, and energy for reptiles, amphibians, and exotic pets.
• Low in Fat: Contains low levels of fat, making them a healthy option for pets that need a leaner diet.
• Easily Digestible: Soft-bodied and easy for pets to digest, supporting gut health and reducing the risk of digestive issues.
• Rich in Nutrients: Dubia roaches are high in essential vitamins and minerals, including calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, promoting strong bones and overall health.
• Long Shelf Life: Unlike other feeder insects, Dubia roaches have a long shelf life, making them more convenient for pet owners and reducing waste.
• Stimulates Natural Hunting Behavior: Their active movement encourages your pet to hunt, promoting mental and physical stimulation.
• Safe and Clean: Dubia roaches are clean, odor-free, and don’t carry parasites or diseases, ensuring a safe food source for your pets. Plus, these roaches do not climb or fly.
• Some amount of variation in size is normal and expected, as these are a natural product.
• Remember when feeding insects with a hard outer shell (crickets, roaches, etc.), they should never be larger than the space between your pet's eyes.

Due to USFW regulation, dubia roaches are unable to be shipped to Florida.

Where Should I Store My Dubia?

Dubia roaches should be kept in a large plastic tub. We recommend using one with a lid to prevent them from escaping, but you must make sure there is plenty of ventilation. If you are creating the housing yourself, this means cutting holes in the side of the tub or the lid and affixing a metal screen.

Dubias prefer dark, tight spaces to hide. Vertically stacked egg crate flats provide the perfect shelter for them, as they are non-toxic and textured, making them easy to climb onto. 

Bedding material in the bottom of the tub is not necessary.

What Do I Feed My Dubias?

Dubias do well on a grain-based diet. If you do not have the means or the desire to make your own, we sell roach food that has been tested vigorously and optimized to meet all their nutritional needs. 

If you choose to supplement their diet, you can do so with a variety of fruits or vegetables (e.g. apples, potatoes, carrots). However, fresh food will eventually rot, so you have to be diligent about replacing them regularly and watch closely for signs of mold. 

What About A Water Source?

For hydration, you can purchase our insect water, which has been formulated to create a gel-like consistency, and contains no additives. Alternatively, you could fill the dish with damp paper towels or a sponge (using filtered water), but these would have to be replaced at least every two days to prevent bacterial build up and smell.