🌿Native Nature

Madagascar Hissing Cockroach

Gromphadorhina portentosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Blattodea ›Family: Blaberidae ›Genus: Gromphadorhina

About

The Madagascar hissing cockroach (Gromphadorhina portentosa), also known as the hissing cockroach or simply hisser, is one of the largest species of cockroach, reaching 2 to 3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) at maturity. They are native to the island of Madagascar, which is off the African mainland, where they are known to be found inside of rotting logs. It is one of some 20 known species of large hissing roaches from Madagascar, many of which are kept as pets,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madagascar Hissing Cockroach?
The scientific name of Madagascar Hissing Cockroach is Gromphadorhina portentosa.
What kingdom does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the order Blattodea.
What family does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the family Blaberidae.
What genus does Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belong to?
Madagascar Hissing Cockroach belongs to the genus Gromphadorhina.