Death's head cockroaches ( Blaptica dubia ) are among the most valuable and popular feeder insects in terrariums. They are characterized by their high nutritional value, excellent digestibility, and low tendency to flee or climb, making them particularly easy to handle.

Due to their calm, ground-based movement pattern, death's head cockroaches are ideal for many reptiles, amphibians, spiders, and other invertebrates. They reliably trigger the feeding response without causing unnecessary stress for either the animal or its keeper. Their favorable calcium-to-phosphorus ratio makes them particularly well-suited for a long-term, balanced diet.

Death's head cockroaches are low-odor, virtually silent, and very long-lived when kept under optimal conditions, making them a preferred feeder insect for beginners. Thanks to their various size stages, they can be fed to both juveniles and adults.