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Woods Cockroach

Although a number of cockroach species are referred to as woods cockroaches, the Pennsylvania woods cockroach is the most common. The Pennsylvania woods cockroach is smaller than most other species, although male Pennsylvania woods cockroaches can grow to be one inch in length. Their bodies are dark brown, with lighter brown wings. Female Pennsylvania woods cockroaches have short wings and appear similar to Oriental cockroaches. Males are good fliers but females do not fly.

Typically, woods cockroaches do not enter human spaces. They live outside in woods for most of the year. However, during May and June, when mating season is at its peak, female cockroaches sometimes wander indoors. Males will follow if they are attracted to the female's pheromones. These roaches may also be transported into homes on bundles of firewood. Woods cockroaches do not mate or lay their eggs indoors and unlike most cockroaches, they are active during the day. 

To prevent an infestation, inspect all firewood brought into your home. Contact your local pest control professional to discuss further prevention and extermination options.

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