Three stages
- Egg case (ootheca): a small brown capsule holding many eggs, often hidden in cracks
- Nymphs: young cockroaches without wings that moult several times
- Adults: winged, able to breed and spread
Why German cockroaches multiply so fast
The female carries her egg case until just before it hatches, protecting the eggs from many treatments. In warm, humid kitchens a small population can grow into a large one within weeks.
What this means for treatment
- Treat where they hide, not only where you see them
- Use baits that reach the colony
- Book a follow-up visit to catch nymphs that hatch after the first treatment
- Keep kitchens free of grease, crumbs and standing water
Next step
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