German Roaches

• The most troublesome domestic species.
• They can cause infection and disease.
• One female produces 35,000 offspring in one year.
• Found in moist areas.
• Up to 5/8” long.

American Roaches

• Includes largest of species; up to 1-1/2” long.
• Also known as Palmetto or Flying Water Bug.
• Attracted to sweets, grains, hair, soap.
• Found in home foundations, under wood, and near pools.

Oriental Roaches

• Also referred to as the waterbug.
• Up to 1.25 inches long.
• Oriental roaches feed on all kinds of filth.
• Generally found outdoors and migrate indoors during cold weather.

Smoky Brown Roaches

• Closely related to the American Roach.
• Feeds on plant material.
• Commonly found living in wood, shingle roofs, and in gutters.
• Feeds on decaying matter.