ORIENTAL COCKROACH (Blatta orientalis)

Key Biology

• 1 inch long as an adult
• Shiny black with no distinct markings
• Males have wings, which cover 3/4 of the abdomen and also have styli between cerci
• Female has only wing pads and does not have styli between cerci

Distribution/Habits

• Usually found in damp basements, sewers, and crawlspaces
• Climb water pipes and garbage chutes
• Can tolerate hot dry locations if water is available