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German Cockroaches

How to Identify German Cockroaches

Appearance:

  • 6 legs; oval shape
  • Light brown with dark stripes on the back
  • ½ to 5/8 inch

German Cockroach Milwaukee

Habitats:

  • Warm, humid places near food
  • Kitchens and bathrooms

Food:

  • Favorites: starches, decaying meats, sweets, fatty foods
    • Will settle for almost any human/pet/processed foods
  • Will also eat adhesives and products with adhesives in them
  • Can live for up to 30 days without food
  • Can live for 2 weeks without hydration

Threat:

  • German cockroaches can spread bacteria, parasitic worms and other human pathogens
  • They can cause allergic reactions and intensify asthma attacks, especially in children

Preventing an Infestation:

  • Keep your kitchen clean
  • Vacuum frequently
  • Avoid moisture buildup

More Information:

German cockroaches are the most common cockroach family pest. They are easily mistaken for the Asian cockroach and are nearly identical. Asian cockroaches are able to fly gracefully while German cockroaches have trouble flying at all. They cannot survive the cold but manage to survive by finding small, heated areas.

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