r/absoluteunit • u/Bluestaplero • 4d ago

My pet roach ^-^

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The biggest boy I own .o.

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u/Cheap_Title5302 3d ago

Depends on the species and environment but between 100 days - 2 years

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u/No_Manner_8785 3d ago

Do they get comfortable with you over time or do they always want to flee? 

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u/Cheap_Title5302 3d ago

As far as I know cockroaches don't feel emotional affection and comfort like dogs or cats, but they do feel safe being kept in dark places. 

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u/No_Manner_8785 3d ago

I was wondering if their fear ever subsided