Flashcard on Madagascar Hissing Cockroach

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What time of day are Madagascar hissing cockroaches most active?

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Night

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How long do the nymphs remain in the female's body before birth?

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Two months

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What happens to the losing cockroach in a fight?

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It leaves the territory.

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What is the primary habitat of the African hissing cockroach?

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Large colonies

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What is the purpose of the horn-like bumps on male Madagascar hissing cockroaches?

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To fight for dominance.

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What do Madagascar hissing cockroaches primarily eat?

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Decaying leaves and wood.

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How do Madagascar hissing cockroaches communicate?

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By hissing and body movements.

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What is the lifespan of a Madagascar hissing cockroach?

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About 5 years.

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Are Madagascar hissing cockroaches social insects?

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Yes, they live in large groups.

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What is the scientific name of the Madagascar hissing cockroach?

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Gromphadorhina portentosa.