Dubia roaches in Florida?

[xarctic]

So I would really like to start a dubia roach colony buuuuut I live in Florida. Every website is saying they can not be shipped to Florida, for understandable reasons they would breed like cazy here, but it would be a shame to miss out on such a great feeder. Does anyone know where I can get some? Are they even legal to have here?

 

[ar15fonsi]

Nope, I live in FL also they are super illegal, that's why no one will ship them to you they are banned in the state of FL. Discoids roaches are not illegal in FL.

http://www.wftv.com/news/news/cops-man-arrested-for-smuggling-cockroaches/nFDTW/

Hope this helps.

 

[sapphira80]

Discoids are very similar to dubias and one isn't any better or worse than the other. I think dubias are more popular just because you hear more about them, but lots of people on here who have raised and fed both say there is little difference.

 

[Maki]

I'm so glad I found this thread! I also live in Florida and want to start a roach colony. Crickets are such a mess.. I never knew they were illegal?!

I wonder about the green Cuban roach? Probably illegal too.. I'll check out the link you provided. Thank you!

 

[Chase]

Nope, they're legal!

Chase

 

[Maki]

Thanks, I'll check them out. You're in Florida too? Do you ever use roaches?

 

[Chase]

I do. I use discoids and surinam roaches (native species)

Chase

 

[Maki]

May I ask where you got them? And how they work for you? I've got a 3 month old Sambava Panther. I've had him three days. So far he loves crickets and mealworms. He hand fed on day one. So far he seems like a great eater and not picky.. But I'd like to have a colony feeder other than these two.. And use them only as treats.

What kind of setup do you have, and any tips for doing this in Florida?

 

[bakednowningz]

May I ask where you got them? And how they work for you? I've got a 3 month old Sambava Panther. I've had him three days. So far he loves crickets and mealworms. He hand fed on day one. So far he seems like a great eater and not picky.. But I'd like to have a colony feeder other than these two.. And use them only as treats.

What kind of setup do you have, and any tips for doing this in Florida?

I got mine from Nick Barta, just got them today to start my colony. GBR's check the Chameleon food forums you'll fine his info. Alot of people have been hitting him up though (I'd assume as he couldnt send me too many adults) not sure if he has more to sell for the moment.

Also sent me some Pink-Wing samples, but my Chameleon just doesn't go for them. They hold still for hours and he just ignores them, at one point he almost went for one but then just... Changed his mind, decided to eat the superworm across the enclosure.

 

[Maki]

I appreciate it! I'll see if he has any more, and, are they at all difficult to raise and keep?

How do you like them? Oh, and how about the chams?? Lol

 

[bakednowningz]

I appreciate it! I'll see if he has any more, and, are they at all difficult to raise and keep?

How do you like them? Oh, and how about the chams?? Lol

I've heard Mellers absolutely relish them... First bug my Wildcaught took from my hand. Something about the fast movement and green colored that makes them say hell yes. Oh and the adults can flutter/fly which makes it even more wantable. Great for getting your guy to hunt

and they're as simple and regular roaches to keep. Room temp, average fruit food, with some dry gutload formula. He can send you the care sheet he has upon request pretty good info.

 

[Maki]

That's awesome! Thanks so much! I think I'll try to get my hands on some soon!

 

[Safaritom]

Can anyone show where the statute is that states dubia or any other species are prohibited? I cannot find any statute and they are not listed on the prohibited species lists.

 

[AlienCreeper]

Can anyone show where the statute is that states dubia or any other species are prohibited? I cannot find any statute and they are not listed on the prohibited species lists.

I don't know where the statute is, but looks like they are serious about it in Florida. I would say it's safe to just go with discoids and not worry about trying to get dubia if in Florida http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/303035

 

[Safaritom]

I don't know where the statute is, but looks like they are serious about it in Florida. I would say it's safe to just go with discoids and not worry about trying to get dubia if in Florida http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/303035

I agree to an extent but disagree. If it is illegal, it has to be written and available to the public. I understand someone was arrested years ago but this does not constitute a law. I just want to see the law/rule/statute. FWC has everything posted. Can anyone else find it? I've scoured! They have lists of prohibited species and Dubia is not on them. Where is the rule?

 

[alphakenc]

U might need to call the fish n wildlife department of service,and as them that question,they will let u know the outcome for sure.

 

[KLowery88]

It could also be a Department of Agriculture thing. I think they might be classed as agricultural pests.

 

[alphakenc]

Sounds good,just call either one of them,and have them to give u other one's phone number thats all

 

[AlienCreeper]

KLowery88 hit it on the head. They aren't considered "wildlife" so they aren't regulated by the FWC, they are "agricultural pests" and as such they are regulated by the Florida department of agriculture.

 

[alphakenc]

Ok thanks good to know