American Roach

Also known as the Palmetto bug, the American roach is the largest type of roach you’ll find in homes.

But he’s not welcome. Roaches can spread dozens of different kinds of bacteria, parasites and pathogens!

This nasty critter frequently enters homes on boxes, bags or cartons that are already infested with them or their eggs.

Fascinating Facts

• Some like it hot. American roaches prefer temperatures that are 70 degrees or higher, but they can survive in lower temperatures with the right conditions.
• Fly away. American roaches have wings, but aren’t very good flyers.
• It’s alive! A roach can live for up to a week without its head.

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