American Cockroach

Description:

American Cockroaches (Periplaneta americana) tend to be 1 to 2 inches in length and about 1/5 an inch tall. Their Body structure is very similar to that of any other cockroach. Its body stays a reddish brown and has a yellowish margin right behind the head

Habitat:

American Cockroaches generally prefer to stay outdoors in a warm, moist and dark environment with temperatures around 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Cockroaches tend to enjoy fermenting and decaying materials as a food source. Though it is not origionally from The United States it has made residence in it for about 400 years

Notes:

1. Cockroaches are known to spread many bacteria, such as Salmonella and up to 6 different types of parasitic worm. 2. This was found in a neighbors swimming pool References (cuz the site wont let me put it in the correct area) https://guides.library.harvard.edu/cockr... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_c... http://www.pestworld.org/pest-guide/cock...