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πŸͺ³ Cockroaches & Termites

Egyptian Desert Cockroach

Polyphaga aegyptiaca

About

A round, heavily armored cockroach found in North African and Middle Eastern deserts. It rolls into a ball when threatened, like a pill bug.

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Did You Know?

It can survive for months without food or water by entering a dormant state during the driest periods.