{"product_id":"therea-bernhardti-10-stk","title":"Domino cockroach (Therea bernhardti) | 15 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Therea bernhardti \u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domino cockroach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domino cockroach, desert cockroach, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eseven-spotted cockroach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTherea bernhardti\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as the \"Domino Cockroach\", originates from the dry and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. In the wild, this species thrives on the forest floor, where it hides under leaves and branches. With its characteristic black and white spots, which resemble a game piece, and its daytime activity, this cockroach is a truly exciting and obvious animal for the terrarium. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis calm species is known for its quiet behavior and its inability to climb smooth surfaces, which makes it easy to handle and maintain. Perfect for both beginners and experienced hobbyists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare guide for \u003cem\u003eTherea bernhardti\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e A terrarium of at least 20 liters is suitable for a small group of cockroaches. See our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/terrarium-til-insekter-sadan-laver-du-et-luksus-terrarium-til-dine-insekter\" title=\"How to make a terrarium for insects\"\u003eterrariums for insects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Use a mixture of coconut fiber, peat, or other moisture-retaining substrate. We use our own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/terrariejord\" title=\"Special soil for terrariums\"\u003especial soil for terrariums\u003c\/a\u003e for all our cockroaches. A layer of approx. 5 cm is ideal, as it allows the cockroaches to burrow. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/insektmad\" title=\"insect food\"\u003einsect food mix\u003c\/a\u003e can advantageously be placed on top of the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurnishings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdd \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/barkstykker\" title=\"pieces of bark\"\u003epieces of bark\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/egeblade-ca-2-liter\" title=\"Dried oak leaves\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/lavgrene-ca-2-liter\" title=\"Lichen branches\"\u003ebranches\u003c\/a\u003e so the cockroaches can hide, as they prefer dark and sheltered areas.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e Keep the terrarium between 24-28°C during the day, and it can drop to around 20°C at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe humidity should be kept moderate, around 50-60%. This can be achieved by spraying the terrarium lightly with water a few times a week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eTherea bernhardti\u003c\/em\u003e is more or less omnivorous. They thrive well on vegetables such as carrots, apples, and potatoes as well as dry food such as fish food or dog pellets. Make sure the vegetables are organic! Remember \u003ca title=\"Crushed cuttlebone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sepiaskaller-knuste\"\u003ecalcium and minerals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e Always ensure fresh water is available. Use a shallow bowl to avoid drowning accidents. You can also line a corner of the terrarium with moist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sphagnum-3-l\" title=\"sphagnum moss\"\u003esphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e, which you ensure is kept moist at all times. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning and Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRemove any uneaten food scraps regularly to avoid mold and unwanted odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAdd bioactive animals that help keep the terrarium clean. See our article on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/bioaktivt-terrarium\" title=\"The bioactive terrarium\"\u003ebioactive terrarium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, \u003cem\u003eTherea bernhardti\u003c\/em\u003e can live for up to 1-2 years in captivity, and they are a pleasure to observe in their daily activities. They will also continuously reproduce and produce offspring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44031220613388,"sku":"TD-TB-001","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Therea_bernhardtii_3.jpg?v=1738057386","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/therea-bernhardti-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}