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Hissing Cockroach

During the day, Madagascar hissing cockroaches are tucked away under loose bark or in tree holes. These flightless, 2-3 inch long cockroaches emerge after the evening rains to forage for fungi and fallen fruits.

Hissing is important in the social life of these roaches. Males, characterized by large armored protrusions on the body, are aggressive and hiss loudly during territorial battles but opt for a much softer hiss to court females.

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