stanislas Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Out of curiosity to see how different cockroach species handle being on their back on sand, I made some videos. Fine sand is very difficult for insects deal with... First: Eupolyphaga sinensis female: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanislas Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 And a male Eupolyphaga sinensis on his back (note that it's a 'white eye'): 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanislas Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 Polyphaga saussurei. The less flexible body and the loose sand are a bit too much... These cockroaches tend to take 'their time'.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axolotl Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Quite enjoyed these videos. The fine sand really reveals their movements. I might have to give this a try! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charzard Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Very cool! I enjoyed watching the videos! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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