Turkestan Cockroaches in Phoenix, AZ
Blatta lateralis
Turkestan cockroaches have largely replaced Oriental roaches outdoors in Arizona. Learn how to identify and treat them.
Notes: From a Phoenix, AZ Exterminator
Appearance
Turkestan cockroach males are tan with pale wing edges; females are darker reddish-brown with much shorter, non-functional wings. Both are roughly an inch long.
Harborage
This species has rapidly become the dominant outdoor roach across the Phoenix metro, thriving in water meter boxes, block wall voids, potted plants, and irrigation valve boxes — venturing indoors when populations peak.
Are They Dangerous?
Like other roach species, they spread bacteria and allergens, and large outdoor populations mean a steady stream of roaches finding their way indoors through the smallest gaps.
Treatment
Because they thrive in irrigation and utility boxes around the yard, outdoor perimeter treatment is essential. Antidote Pest Solutions targets these hot spots directly to cut down indoor sightings. Talk to one of Antidote Pest's Service Pro's today.
Prevention Tips
Seal cracks around irrigation boxes, meter boxes, and exterior utility penetrations
Remove leaf litter, mulch, and debris from garden beds and planters
Keep exterior lighting to a minimum or use yellow bug lights
Fix leaks and eliminate outdoor standing water
Seal gaps around block wall weep holes and expansion joints
Behavioral Notes
Turkestan cockroaches have largely displaced the once-common oriental cockroach in outdoor Southwest landscapes since being introduced to the U.S. in the 1970s-80s, likely via military cargo.
Males are strong fliers and are frequently drawn to porch and pool lights at night, while females are flightless and rarely stray far from moist harborage like irrigation boxes.
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