
The Cape Mountain Cockroach, Giant Cockroach or Table Mountain Cockroach is a large cockroach which is widespread on low vegetation in open areas in the fynbos biome of the Western Cape region of South Africa. Adult females can be from 30 to 40 millimetres long. Males are slightly smaller ) and have dark brown wings, which are absent in females. It is stoutly built, with a reddish head and brown to black body segments with prominent yellow margins. The femora are heavily spined, with the hind tibiae.. more
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By Claire Hamilton
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Uploaded May 15, 2014. Captured May 15, 2014 12:39 in Unnamed Road, South Africa.
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With the flash light in hand, I decided to switch it on and just swing it around a little, checking for any nocturnal wildlife. As I was doing so, I picked up a small reflection from the light, very close to me. Shining the full light on it, I then saw an entire army of Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches marching towards me, only inches away. They are enormous, with Antennae the length of their body.
Let's just say it was my shortest break ever, and it really didn't help me get over this irrational fear. I'm glad you do have that courage, the photo is awesome! Posted 11 years ago