Most insectivores love Dubia roaches. But what happens when one doesn’t? It would be a shame if they missed out on the most nutritious feeder insect. Now, maybe they don’t have to! We recently found some reasons behind Dubia dislike, and in at least some of these cases, it appears to be fixable!
Dubia Roach How-To Guides
Our complete list of "how-to" articles and posts ranging from gut-loading Dubia roaches for maximum nutrition for the animals that eat them to nutritional strategies to maximizing Dubia roach health for breeding. If you're wondering how to do something relating to Dubia roaches, chances are you'll find it here.
How to Choose the Right Size Dubia Roaches
Unsure what size you need? Don’t want your roaches to go to waste? Read our tips for choosing the right size Dubia roaches and make a more informed purchasing decision. All feeder insects are a little different, and knowing the differences along with what to look for in a roach can make finding the right size Dubia a little easier!
Rid a Dubia Roach Colony of Mites
Roaches are naturally associated with mites in the wild, and the relationship is usually symbiotic. However, mite infestation of a captive Dubia roach colony is a very different situation. It can potentially be a very serious problem that needs to be addressed quickly to avoid loss. Learn how to rid a Dubia colony of mites in 7 steps.
Dubia Roach Gut Loading Guide
Dubia roaches are arguably the most nutritious feeder insect, but does that mean you never have to gut load again? The answer is no! Most captive animals benefit when you gut load their feeders. Find out why, get practical gut-loading tips, and learn what foods you should definitely not use as a gut load.
Roach Chow Tweaks: Enhancing Nutrition
Dry roach chow offers convenience for roachkeepers, but is it the ideal food for dubia roaches? Can you raise nutritious feeders on dry roach chow alone? This guide provides information about how to tweak your roach chow to increase its nutritional value – both for your roaches and for the animals that feed on them.
Roach Chow Feeding Instructions
Dry roach chow helps grow big, healthy Dubia roach breeders and maintain the nutrition of feeders. However, providing dry chow can be risky. Learn how to offer up dry roach chow in the dark, warm, humid environments common to tropical roach colonies like B. Dubia in a way that minimizes the risk of food-related issues.