{"product_id":"gyna-capucina-10-stk","title":"Coffee cockroach (Gyna capucina) | 15 pcs.","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eVERY RARE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Gyna capucina\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee cockroach, pink porcelain cockroach\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink roach, pink porcelain roach\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\u003c\/em\u003e, often called the \"Capuchin Cockroach\" or \"Coffee Cockroach,\" originates from the tropical regions of Africa. This cockroach is known for its elegant appearance with a warm brownish color that can vary from light to dark, and which has an almost velvety sheen. \u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful and agile species that loves to climb and explore its environment. Furthermore, the males are capable of flying short distances, making them active and interesting to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a rather rare cockroach in the hobby, which is due to the fact that it is not that easy to breed. The substrate needs to be looser and airier than usual. The adult individuals are incredibly beautiful, with their light brown bodies and contrasting dark pronotum. The nymphs are dark brown, almost black, and have light brown spots. They bury themselves in the substrate and are therefore rarely seen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare guide for \u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\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;\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e A terrarium of at least 30 liters is appropriate for a small group of cockroaches. Due to its size, this species requires a slightly larger terrarium. See our article on \u003ca title=\"How to build a terrarium for insects\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/terrarium-til-insekter-sadan-laver-du-et-luksus-terrarium-til-dine-insekter\"\u003eterrariums for insects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/span\u003e Use a mixture of coconut fiber, peat, or other moisture-retaining substrate. We use our own \u003ca title=\"Special soil for terrariums\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/terrariejord\"\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 bury themselves. Our \u003ca title=\"insect food\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/insektmad\"\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;\"\u003eDecor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdd \u003ca title=\"pieces of bark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/barkstykker\"\u003epieces of bark\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Dried oak leaves\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/egeblade-ca-2-liter\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca title=\"Lichen branches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/lavgrene-ca-2-liter\"\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 22°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\u003eHumidity should be kept high, around 50-70%. This can be achieved by lightly spraying the terrarium with water a few times a week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\u003c\/em\u003e is more or less omnivorous. They thrive well on vegetables such as carrots, apples, and potatoes, as well as dry food like fish food or dog kibble. Make sure the vegetables are organic! In addition, withered leaves in the substrate for the nymphs are recommended. Remember \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sepiaskaller-knuste\" title=\"Crushed cuttlebone\"\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 Ensure that fresh water is always available. Use a shallow dish to avoid drowning accidents. You can also line a corner of the terrarium with damp \u003ca title=\"sphagnum moss\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sphagnum-3-l\"\u003esphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e, which you ensure is always kept moist. \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 residues 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 title=\"The bioactive terrarium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/bioaktivt-terrarium\"\u003ebioactive terrarium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, \u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\u003c\/em\u003e can live for up to 1-2 years in captivity and breed. Its elegant appearance and active behavior will certainly bring life and color to your terrarium. If you are looking for a beautiful and lively cockroach that is easy to keep, the \u003cem\u003eGyna capucina\u003c\/em\u003e would be a great choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44031110152460,"sku":"TD-GC-001","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Gynacapucina_3.jpg?v=1694509685","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/gyna-capucina-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}