Periplaneta (Noun)
Meaning
Cosmopolitan genus of large cockroaches.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The periplaneta genus consists of various species of large cockroaches that can be found in different parts of the world.
- Some species of periplaneta cockroaches are known to be pests due to their ability to spread disease and trigger allergies.
- Periplaneta americana, also known as the American cockroach, is one of the largest cockroach species in the United States.
- Periplaneta australasiae is a species of cockroach commonly found in Australia and Southeast Asia.
- The periplaneta genus includes several species of cockroaches that are often found in human dwellings and are considered a nuisance due to their ability to infest food and other household items.