Cockroaches

There are certain species of cockroaches which can be raised like crickets. They are either wingless or cannot climb glass. A

highly recommended and easily reared species, obtainable from some of the biological supply houses is Blaberus craniifer. Like crickets, roaches can easily be nutrient loaded. Most people will ignore this section, but for those of you who are dedicated hobbyists, cockroaches can be a valuable food item for some difficult-to-feed species. Try offering them to your reluctant Malagasy leaf-tailed gecko (Uroplatus sp.) or Parson' s chameleon (Chamaeleo parsonii).

Wingless fruit flies

Cultures, as well as culture materials, for these tiny wing]

flies can be obtained either through biological supply housesar. through mail order live tropical fish food suppliers Oook fí)l ads in tropical fish magazines). These can be a valuablt component in a varied diet for miniature species and Iheir offspring. Larger fruit flies, such as Drosophila hydei, can be useful for rearing babies of certain species, including some

the true chameleons and smaller day geckos.