AMERICAN COCKROACHES
The American cockroaches are the commonly seen reddish-brown cockroaches in households. They are the largest in size while compared with other cockroaches. These cockroaches got their wings when they become adults and will eat everything includes plants and other insects. American cockroaches usually prefer warm, dark, wet areas to live in.
The negative impact of these cockroaches are mainly due to the spread of bacteria and germs into our households. They also contaminate food particles by entering into it, or by shedding their skin. It further lead to the spread of some illnesses, especially for kids. The best prevention method is to keep your house clean and hygienic. The service of a pest management professional will help to escape from illness and infections.
BROWN-BANDED COCKROACHES
These cockroaches have two light bands across their dark skin. This is the reason why we call them as brown-banded cockroaches. They are smaller in size while compared with American cockroaches. The male cockroaches have larger wings than the female. The life span of these cockroaches is about 5-6 months and usually eat starchy foods such as book bindings, nylon stockings, etc. Brown-banded cockroaches will live in any rooms, which are warm and dry. They prefer higher locations to live and hide their eggs under furniture.
GERMAN COCKROACHES
The German cockroaches can be found all over the world. Their life span is much less than the other two above. It is about 100 to 200 days only. They are commonly seen in brown or dark brown color. The food of these cockroaches are sweet and floury food, also non-organic items like toothpaste and books. They are usually seen in places where people live and eat, just like the kitchen, bathrooms, living spaces, etc.
ORIENTAL COCKROACHES
Oriental cockroaches are very large and darker in color when compare with others. They usually travel through sewer pipes and drains. These cockroaches are the dirtiest among others. It is because of their habitat in dirty and decaying places. They don’t have wings and seen in an oval shape. Their food of them included all types of garbage and other organic material.
COCKROACH CONTROL
Cockroaches are also called Roaches. They are one of the most commonly seen pests all over the world. Sometimes, people may get tired of the cockroach issues. And may search how to get rid of cockroaches? Different kinds of reasons may be there to attract cockroaches to houses. To apply better prevention methods, it is better to know about the type of cockroaches in your area. Cockroach control is essential.
