Elliptorhina javanica Cockroach Specimen | A- Quality | Dry-Preserved BLATTODEA

A- Quality Cockroach Specimen

Elliptorhina javanica (Order: BLATTODEA) – A museum-quality hissing cockroach specimen in A- condition, expertly preserved and unmounted for collectors, educators, and natural history enthusiasts.

Specimen Details

• Scientific name: Elliptorhina javanica
• Family: Blaberidae (giant cockroaches)
• Order: Blattodea
• Quality grade: A- – Good condition with minor imperfections; excellent value for study or display
• Condition: Dry-preserved, unmounted, ready for display or study
• Ideal for: Entomology collections, educational displays, cabinet of curiosities, framed insect art, creative projects

About Elliptorhina javanica

Elliptorhina javanica is a fascinating hissing cockroach native to Java and surrounding islands of Southeast Asia. A member of the family Blaberidae, this species is known for its smooth, oval body and the characteristic hissing sound produced by forcing air through its spiracles — a behaviour used in defence and communication. Its compact form and distinctive surface texture make it a captivating specimen for entomologists and natural history collectors with an interest in the remarkable behavioural and morphological diversity of Blattodea.

Perfect for entomologists, natural history collectors, educators, artists, interior designers seeking authentic Victorian cabinet aesthetics, and anyone passionate about the intricate beauty of the insect world.