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Blattella

Blattella

9.9
A small cockroach often found in kitchens and other warm places in houses
  • noun
  • /blæˈtɛlə/
  • Specialized
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  • The German cockroach, a member of the genus Blattella, is commonly found in kitchens.

Examples

  • Scientists studied several Blattella species to better understand pest control methods.

  • The German cockroach, a common household pest, belongs to the genus Blattella.

  • Blattella populations can increase rapidly in warm, humid environments.

  • The Blattella species are often found in kitchens.

  • Did you see a Blattella in the bathroom?

  • Many people struggle with infestations of Blattella species in their homes.

  • In tropical climates, Blattella can thrive and become a nuisance for residents.

Compounds

Blattella germanica
  • Specialized
8.2

A small light-brown cockroach that lives in homes and kitchens

Surface Forms

Blattella singular
Blattella plural

Etymology

Blattella comes from the Latin word blatta meaning 'cockroach' and the ending -ella meaning 'little'. So Blattella literally means 'little cockroach', which fits its use for a group of small, often house-infesting roaches.