Australian Cockroach
- Scientific Name: Periplaneta australasiae (Fabricius)
- Belongs to the group Blattodea
This roach is close in size and color of the American Cockroach being 1.25-1.37 inches in length. Reddish brown with a pale brown to cream colored band around the margin of the pronotum. The wings extend past the abdomen. Australian Cockroaches also have a pail yellow stripe or streak on the basal edge of its wings. It’s has habits are similar to the American cockroach but is not as tolerant of cold temperatures. It is generally in the southern states, but has been recorded as far north as Canada. It feeds on many food sources, but may be somewhat of a vegetarian compared to other cockroaches.