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Periplaneta Americana (Noun)

Meaning

Large reddish brown free-flying cockroach originally from southern United States but now widely distributed.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Periplaneta americana, a large reddish brown cockroach, can infest buildings and cause health concerns for the occupants.
  • In some tropical countries, the Periplaneta americana has become a common pest species in both residential and commercial areas.
  • Due to their free-flying abilities, Periplaneta americana can spread diseases rapidly over large areas by transporting pathogens.
  • This particular cockroach, the Periplaneta americana, prefers a humid and temperate environment with easy access to food and water sources.
  • A wide distribution of the Periplaneta americana can be attributed to international trade and the ease of cockroach transport in imported goods.

Synonyms

  • American Cockroach

Hypernyms

  • Cockroach
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