What's a Good Small Feeder Roach?

[watertiger21]

Hey all!

I'm trying to figure out a good roach species that reproduces quickly enough to be a feeder colony but is smaller in size. Adult dubias are still a little too large for what I need them for. Any ideas?

 

[TDK6245]

B. lateralis. Adults about an inch and offspring about pinhead size. I feed the small to smaller tarantulas and adults to Fire Bellied Toads and adult tarantulas.

 

[samatwwe]

I agree with B. lateralis. They are small and quick which is enticing to inverts. I stay away from them though as they can escape easy and I don't want an infestation lol I keep B. dubia and they get the job done for me.

 

[watertiger21]

Thanks guys! These guys seem like they'll do well for me!

 

[Tongue Flicker]

Agreed. Hands down, B.lateralis

 

[Drache]

I agree with the b.lateralis - all of my critters love them, including the ones that won't take dubias.
If you're curious as to what else is out there you might consult with a roach guy. The guy I always consult with just redid his website, and now you can shop by adult size (tiny, small, medium, large, and gigantic are the options). Here's the "tiny" page: http://roachcrossing.com/category/for-sale/cockroaches/roach-size/tiny/

 

[watertiger21]

I agree with the b.lateralis - all of my critters love them, including the ones that won't take dubias.
If you're curious as to what else is out there you might consult with a roach guy. The guy I always consult with just redid his website, and now you can shop by adult size (tiny, small, medium, large, and gigantic are the options). Here's the "tiny" page: http://roachcrossing.com/category/for-sale/cockroaches/roach-size/tiny/

I LOVE roachcrossing! Kyle has always been super nice and very helpful in the past. I love the new site layout too. Great idea looking for what I need with the "tiny" section. Thanks a bunch!