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Cockroach
Periplaneta americana
Also known as: American Cockroach β’ American cockroach β’ american cockroach, ship cockroach
Kingdom: Animalia
Cockroaches are insects belonging to the order Blattodea (Blattaria). About 30 cockroach species out of 4,600 are associated with human habitats. Some species are well-known pests.
Quick Facts
Common Names:
Cockroach, American Cockroach, American cockroach, american cockroach, ship cockroach, 'ElelΕ«, B-52 Cockroach, B52, Common Cockroach, Ship Cockroach
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Distribution Statistics
10
Observations
10
Countries
Top Locations
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3
Azusa, CA, USA
1
Honolulu County, HI, USA
1
Jawa Tengah, ID
1
Front St W, Toronto, ON, CA
1
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First: 7/22/2016 Β· Latest: 11/20/2025
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