{"id":44971,"date":"2025-08-11T10:27:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T08:27:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.antderground.com\/producto\/gyna-caffrorum\/"},"modified":"2026-01-17T15:10:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T14:10:43","slug":"gyna-caffrorum","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/antderground.com\/en\/product\/gyna-caffrorum\/","title":{"rendered":"Gyna caffrorum"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Technical Sheet \u2013 Gyna caffrorum<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Common name:<\/strong> Porcelain Cockroach \/ Chrome Cockroach \/ South African Cockroach<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scientific name:<\/strong> <em>Gyna caffrorum<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> South Africa and other subtropical regions of Africa<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adult size:<\/strong> 2.5 \u2013 3.5 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coloration:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Nymphs: striking black and white mottled pattern<\/li>\n<li>Young adults: blue-gray or silvery tones<\/li>\n<li>Mature adults: pale whitish or silver-gray with dark mottling and orange-toned legs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ideal temperature:<\/strong> 24 \u2013 28 \u00b0C (75 \u2013 82 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Humidity:<\/strong> 60 \u2013 80%<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diet:<\/strong> Omnivorous (fruits, vegetables, dry food, plant matter)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reproduction:<\/strong> Ovoviviparous (live young are born)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 6 \u2013 8 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Behavior:<\/strong> Does not climb smooth surfaces, rarely flies, calm temperament<\/li>\n<li><strong>Breeding difficulty:<\/strong> Easy, suitable for beginners and breeders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Description and Uses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Gyna caffrorum<\/strong>, also called the \u201cporcelain\u201d or \u201cchrome\u201d cockroach, is highly valued for its role as <strong>nutritious live food<\/strong> and its unique appearance for terrariums. Nymphs display a striking black and white pattern, while young adults shine with blue-gray or silvery hues. Mature adults take on a pale whitish or silver-gray tone with orange accents on their legs.<\/p>\n<p>With its <strong>high protein content and soft texture<\/strong>, it\u2019s perfect as food for <strong>reptiles, amphibians, insectivorous birds, and larger arthropods<\/strong>. Its size and easy digestibility make it suitable for both juveniles and adult animals.<\/p>\n<p>In terrariums or bioactive setups, it also acts as a <strong>clean-up species<\/strong>, helping to consume leftover food and organic matter, contributing to a healthier habitat. It\u2019s easy to breed, odor-free, and simple to handle, making it a popular choice for <strong>live food breeders<\/strong> and natural terrarium projects that seek both beauty and quality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>Gyna caffrorum<\/strong> or porcelain cockroach is perfect live food for reptiles, amphibians, insectivorous birds, and arthropods. 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