Feeder insect

Can African Fat-Tailed Geckos Eat Discoid Roaches?

Staple feeder — feed regularly

Quick answer

Yes. Discoid Roaches is a staple feeder for African fat-tailed geckos. Nearly identical profile to dubia roaches and an excellent alternative.

Protein
~22%
Fat
~7%
Moisture
~66%
Ca:P ratio
~0.28

Nearly identical profile to dubia roaches and an excellent alternative. Cannot fly, making handling safer. Softer-bodied than mealworms so easier to digest. Gut-loads well and retains that nutrition longer than some other feeders. A good choice if dubia are unavailable in your region.