Orange-headed cockroach (Eublaberus posticus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Orange-headed cockroach (Eublaberus posticus) (origin: South America). Adult size around 4–5 cm. Life expectancy 1–2 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Orange-headed cockroach: How big does the enclosure need to be?
40×30×30 cm.
Orange-headed cockroach: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 26–31 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 22–25 °C.
Orange-headed cockroach: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Orange-headed cockroach: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 1–2 years.
Orange-headed cockroach: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 26–31 °C
- Night temperature
- 22–25 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 60–70 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 40×30×30 cm
- Substrate
- Dry substrate, plenty of egg cartons as hides
Feeding
- Food
- Fruit, vegetables, dry food
- Feeding interval
- 2–3×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- 4–5 cm
- Life expectancy
- 1–2 years
- Origin
- South America
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Group housing. These animals naturally live in groups and cope poorly alone. One colony per enclosure, never combine two colonies - strange animals are not readily accepted. Watch food and humidity as the colony grows.
Notes
A very productive feeder cockroach with a high meat content. It cannot climb. It needs good ventilation, otherwise odour develops.
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What you need to start
To keep Orange-headed cockroach (Eublaberus posticus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (40×30×30 cm), substrate (Dry substrate, plenty of egg cartons as hides), a heat source with a thermostat, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://bugsincyberspace.com/product/orange-head-roach-eublaberus-posticus/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eublaberus_posticus, https://tcinsects.com/product/eublaberus-posticus-orange-head-roach/
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).