Smokeybrown Cockroach (Periplaneta fugilinosa)
The smokybrown cockroach is a common species of roach found in various parts of the world. The climate in North Carolina and Virginia is ideal for their survival. Belonging to the family Blattidae, this species is closely related to other well-known cockroaches, such as the American cockroach and the German cockroach.
Smokeybrown Cockroach vs American Cockroach
- Appearance: Smokeybrown cockroaches are medium-sized with a dark mahogany-brown color, while American cockroaches are larger and reddish-brown with a distinctive yellowish pattern on the head.
- Nesting Habits: Smokeybrown cockroaches prefer outdoor habitats but can infest indoor areas if conditions are suitable, while American cockroaches can nest both outdoors and indoors.
- Diet: Both species are omnivorous but may have slightly different preferences in food sources.
- Damage: Both can contaminate food supplies and spread pathogens, but American cockroaches are more commonly associated with indoor infestations.
- Behavior: Both are nocturnal, but Smokeybrown cockroaches are strong fliers, while American cockroaches are more versatile in their nesting locations.
How to get rid of Smokeybrown Cockroaches
- Remove access to any food or water sources. Opt to store food in air-tight containers rather than original packaging.
- Check grocery packages that you bring home from stores. This roach is a one of the hitchhikers of the insect world.
- Declutter the home of any cardboard and opt for plastic storage bins instead.
- Seal entry points such as cracks and crevices on the home's exterior.
- Repair any screens with rips or tears.
- Correct any leaks or other of water issues.
- Trim trees and shrubs away from the structure of the home.
- Contact a professional pest control company, like Four Seasons Pest Control - we have experience in VA and NC.
Knowing the differences between German roaches, American roaches, and Smokeybrown roaches may all be similar, but not all treatments are the same.
If you see a big brown roach or are dealing with a smoky brown cockroach infestation, call us today!
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What Does a Smokybrown Cockroach Look Like?
Smokybrown cockroaches are relatively large insects, typically 1 to 1.25 inches long. They have a smooth, shiny exoskeleton and long, slender antennae. They are a dark, mahogany-brown color with a smoky appearance.
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Can Smokybrown Cockroaches Fly?
Adult roaches have fully developed wings that extend beyond their abdomen. Males and females are strong fliers.
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Where do Smokybrown Cockroaches Live?
Smokybrown cockroach commonly inhabit warm and high-humidity environments. They are one of the most common roaches we deal with in our region.
They prefer the outdoors in wooded areas. These cockroaches eat leaf litter, mulch, and plant debris. However, they can also enter buildings searching for food, water, and shelter.
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When are Smokybrown Cockroaches Active?
Smokybrown cockroaches are primarily nocturnal and are most active during the night. They are also plant and animal scavengers and feed on decaying plant matter, fungi, and food scraps.
Due to their inability to retain water, they need access to a source every 2-3 days. Sometimes, they will head inside, trying to find moisture.
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What are the Health Risks with Smokybrown Cockroaches
The Smokybrown cockroach poses health risks by infecting food and surfaces with bacteria, allergens, and other pathogens. These roaches can also trigger asthma and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.