BROWN-BANDED COCKROACHES
Identification
- Nymph-like shape, but possess the wings of an adult
- Light tan with two lighter transverse bands running across the base of the wings and the abdomen
- ½ to 5/8 inches long
Environment
- Doesn’t require a close association with moisture and humidity like most common cockroaches
- Prefers an office and library type environment
Threats
- Frequently transported
- Will feed on almost anything
- Can pose a number of health risks and have been found to carry and spread harmful bacteria
Treatment
- Bait stations