American Cockroach (Palmetto Bug)
Also known as palmetto bug. Periplaneta americana
The big reddish-brown roaches that fly in from outside, especially at night.
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Florida's largest common roach at 35–40 mm, reddish-brown with a pale figure-8 marking behind the head. Adults can fly, particularly in the heat.
Sewers, drains, mulch, palm trees, attics and crawlspaces — outdoor breeders that wander indoors, especially in summer and after rain.
- Large roaches in garages, bathrooms and at night
- Sightings near drains, water heaters and plumbing
- Droppings that look like dark, ridged grains of rice
Mostly a nuisance, but they travel through sewers and drains and can carry bacteria onto surfaces. Their presence often signals moisture or drain issues.
Rhino treats the exterior perimeter, harborage and entry points (drains, weep holes, gaps) to keep palmetto bugs out, and de-webs and dusts the eaves where they hide.
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