Cockroaches

There are more than 4,000 species of cockroaches around the world, but only 30 of them take shelter in residential structures. Roughly 5 of these species can be found in Los Angeles. Before you can eliminate the infestation, you need to know which species you’ve encountered. Unless you have experience with cockroaches, identifying the cockroach species won’t be easy. Use the advice below to find out what you’re dealing with.

Cockroaches In Los Angeles

Some of the most common cockroaches in Los Angeles are American cockroaches and German cockroaches.

German Cockroaches

At the maximum, German cockroaches reach 5/8ths of an inch. They’re usually tan with a pair of stripes on their heads. They’re prolific breeders. Females can produce five capsules containing up to 40 eggs each. When they invade homes, they prefer hiding under warm appliances such as ovens and dishwashers. They can develop wings but they don’t fly.

American Cockroaches

American cockroaches reach two inches at the maximum. They’re reddish-brown and have a dark mark on their heads. It will be surrounded by a lighter color. These cockroaches can live for many years so they won’t invade your home quickly. They tend to stay out of residences and move into steam tunnels and sewer systems. They’ll also live in old structures downtown. They’re attracted to busted sewer pipes and dried plumbing traps.

You’ll also encounter Mediterranean Spotted Cockroaches, Brown-Banded Cockroaches, Surinam Cockroaches, and others.

Pennsylvania Wood Cockroaches

Females and males are remarkably different in terms of appearance. When you look at them, you likely won’t realize that they belong to the same species. Adult males are larger and they develop full wings. These cockroaches are native to Pennsylvania and can often be found in other eastern states. They may have residences but they won’t reproduce inside. They’re not pests often. They can be found outside around blocked gutters and woodpiles.

Spotted Mediterranean Cockroaches

Spotted Mediterranean Cockroaches are smaller than most cockroaches in Los Angeles. They’re only a third of an inch. They have a few dark speckles but they’re light tan. They are native to Europe and have been living in the United States since the mid-1900s. They generally do not enter residences or reproduce inside. They can enter homes but prefer being outside.

Oriental Cockroaches

Oriental cockroaches grow over an inch and they’re dark brown or black. Male members of the species develop wings that cover three-quarters of their bodies, but females do not grow wings. They are similar to American cockroaches since both species like invading older structures and sewer systems. Oriental cockroaches tolerate cold weather better. As a result, they’re often found outside near garbage cans.

Smokey Brown Cockroaches

These cockroaches are only an inch to an inch and a half. They’re reddish-brown with a shiny hue. These pests prefer living in southern states but they can be found in Los Angeles. They usually ride in shipping containers to reach their destination.

Surinam Cockroaches

Surinam cockroaches are unique because there are no males. All of these cockroaches are female, and they grow up to three-quarters of an inch. These cockroaches prefer warm areas so they’re going to be found in Los Angeles. They rarely travel too far north. When they do, they take shelter in greenhouses. Since they’re all female, they hold eggs until they’re ready to hatch. Then, they’ll give live birth.

Brown-Banded Cockroaches

These cockroaches are half an inch in length at the maximum. They’re tan or light brown and are sometimes mistaken for German cockroaches. Just remember that they do not have racing stripes on their heads.

Reasons You Have Cockroaches

Cockroaches can enter homes when they’re reaching for food. However, they’ll also infest sewer systems. Therefore, you have to identify the species because you find out the cause. Working with a professional is the best way to determine what you’re dealing with.

Dangers Linked To Cockroaches

Cockroaches are not safe. Once they enter your home, you need to work swiftly to eradicate the infestation. Cockroaches aren’t physically dangerous since they don’t bite or inject venom. However, they can spread deadly illnesses. Some people feed cockroaches to their pets and others keep them as pets. Still, many people hate them because they’re disgusting. Their presence is going to concern you greatly. Remember that they’ll cause your asthma symptoms to worsen. They can also cause salmonella outbreaks. They often live in feces and garbage. Then, they’ll contaminate your food and cause dysentery and food poisoning.

Getting Rid Of The Cockroaches

Work swiftly to eradicate the cockroaches hiding in your dwelling. Although it seems like a simple task, it won’t be easy to achieve. Therefore, you need to work with a professional. Doing so is safer and more precise. DIY methods are available but they’re not reliable. Many of them are unsafe and unreliable. If you use DIY methods, you might put your loved ones at risk. Our team works with the best exterminators in your area so we can get rid of them safely.

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Preventing Cockroaches

Cockroaches aren’t easy to keep out of your dwelling. Start by properly cleaning your kitchen to get rid of food crumbs and leftovers. Once you’ve done this, focus on sealing the exterior walls of your dwelling. Eliminate potential entry points so these pests cannot invade. Call us when you find cockroaches so we can get rid of them.

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