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Madagascar Hissing Cockroach
(Gromphadorhina portentosa)
RANGE
Madagascar hissing cockroaches can be found in the forests, savannas, and other areas human activity is low on the island of Madagascar.
DIET
Their diet consists of vegetation, fruits, decay plants, and carrion (dead animals).
CONSERVATION STATUS
IUCN Status - Not Evaluated
There are no major threats at this time.
ZOO LOCATION
Education Building
NAME
The Madagascar hissing cockroaches do not have names do to multiple individuals in the exhibit.
Zoo parents help support the care and needs of each animal at the Amarillo Zoo.
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