The scientific name of the largest cockroach is Megaloblatta longipennis. This species is known for its impressive size, with some individuals reaching lengths of up to 3.8 inches (9.7 cm) and wingspans of up to 8 inches (20 cm). Megaloblatta longipennis is primarily found in Central and South America.
There are thousands of cockroach species, but here are some of the most commonly known types along with their scientific names:
- German Cockroach - Blattella germanica
- American Cockroach - Periplaneta americana
- Oriental Cockroach - Blatta orientalis
- Brown-banded Cockroach - Supella longipalpa
- Smokybrown Cockroach - Periplaneta fuliginosa
- Australian Cockroach - Periplaneta australasiae
- Madagascar Hissing Cockroach - Gromphadorhina portentosa
- **Florida Woods
Cockroach** - Eurycotis floridana 9. Asian Cockroach - Blattella asahinai 10. Surinam Cockroach - Pycnoscelus surinamensis 11. Harlequin Cockroach - Neostylopyga rhombifolia 12. Sand Cockroach - Arenivaga investigata 13. Death's Head Cockroach - Blaberus craniifer 14. False Death's Head Cockroach - Pseudomops septentrionalis 15. Cuban Cockroach - Panchlora nivea 16. Lobster Cockroach - Nauphoeta cinerea 17. Giant Burrowing Cockroach - Macropanesthia rhinoceros 18. Speckled Cockroach - Nauphoeta cinerea
These are some of the more commonly known cockroach species, each with its own unique characteristics and habitats
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