Observation Records
Taxonomy & Classification
Scientific Name
Periplaneta americana
Category
Fauna / Insects / arthropods
Conservation Status
Not evaluated
Origin Status
Invasive
Location Details
Barangay
Marikina Heights
Street / Road
Bamboo Palm Street
Landmark
Not provided
Location Type
Sidewalk/footpath
Coordinates
14.649752, 121.116126
Observation Summary
The American cockroach is the largest species of cockroach routinely found in homes, and often considered a pest. In certain regions of the U.S. it is colloquially known as the waterbug, though it is not a true waterbug since it is not aquatic, nor a Hemipteran. It is also known as the ship cockroach, kakerlac, and Bombay canary. It is often misidentified as a palmetto bug.