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Characteristics
Size : About 1/2-inch in length.
Color : Brown.
It is recognized by the two dark, longitudinal
stripes on the "shield" at the front of the body under which the
head is located.
Behavior
The German cockroach is the most prolific breeder among all
cockroaches. Each egg capsule can contain up to 40 eggs and development
from egg to adult can occur in as little as 45 days. Like all
cockroaches, it is omnivorous and will eat virtually anything
people will and many things we won't.
Habitat
In homes, this pest will first locate itself in bathrooms
and the kitchen, as close as possible to food and moisture sources.
It spends about 80 percent of its time resting in cracks
and voids.
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Blatella
germanica