What's the difference between German and American cockroaches?
German cockroaches are small, tan and live indoors, multiplying fast in kitchens and bathrooms. American cockroaches are large, reddish-brown and often come in from drains or outdoors.
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German cockroaches are small, tan and live indoors, multiplying fast in kitchens and bathrooms. American cockroaches are large, reddish-brown and often come in from drains or outdoors.
What to know
- German: about half an inch, two dark stripes behind the head.
- American: up to two inches, reddish-brown.
- German roaches usually need a professional plan.
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