Cockroaches are abundant in Central Florida. They’re attracted to a warm and wet climate, which is exactly what we have here. Wondering which kind of cockroach you’re detailing with? If you’ve seen a roach, it’s probably one of the 12 species listed below.
- American cockroach – the largest of the common roaches; reddish-brown.
- Smokybrown cockroach – dark brown or black, 1.5 inches long.
- Florida Woods cockroach – also called the “stinking cockroach” for its smelly defense mechanism.
- Surinam cockroach – about an inch long; prefers moist environments.
- German cockroach – the most abundant type of roach; half an inch long.
- Asian cockroach – similar to the German roach, but a better flyer.
- Oriental cockroach – dark brown or black; slower-moving.
- Australian cockroach – looks similar to the American roach, but with yellow bands on its wings.
- Brown-banded cockroach – half an inch long, extremely hardy.
- Madagascar hissing cockroach – up to 3 inches long; known for hissing when cornered.
- Banana cockroach – bright green or yellow in color, about an inch long.
- Tawny cockroach – small and slightly flat; prefers to stay outdoors.
Dealing With a Cockroach Problem?
The Forest Pest Control team has experience with roaches of all shapes and sizes. For more information on these pests and how we can help you deal with them, you can read our page with more detailed identification tips at the link below.
Common Types of Cockroaches in Florida
Most Common Florida Roaches (the Short Answer) in Central Florida
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