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German Cockroaches
 Cockroaches have existed for 250 million years.
German Cockroach Features
- 12 – 15 mm long
- Brown with 2 dark stripes on thorax
- The wings are as long as the body or slightly overlapping in bothsexes
- Runs and climbs (sticky pads on the feet)
Lifecycle of a German Cockroach
- Females carry 35 – 40 eggs in an ootheca (egg case) until they are ready to hatch.
- Hatch in 1 month.
- Nymphs take between 6 weeks to 6 months to develop into adults.
Habits of a German Cockroach
- Frequents heated buildings, often kitchens and ships. Prefers high temperatures and humidities.
- Nocturnal.
- Omnivorous.
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