Cuban Cockroach Facts
- Size: 2 inches in length
- Color: Nymphs are brown and black and adults are pale green
- Colloquially called “banana cockroach”
Cuban Cockroach Behavior
The Cuban cockroach is a small species of cockroach that was originally established in Cuba. It is now commonly found in Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It has also been found along the Gulf Coast from Florida to Texas, and has been observed as far north as South Carolina.
Cuban roaches are particularly attracted to lights and are strong flyers. Cuban roaches can grow up to 2 inches in length. Adults are pale green with long antennae and fully developed wings; nymphs are brown or black. This is because the adults live in the canopies of trees, while the nymphs live on the ground below. Their coloration acts as a camouflage for both nymphs and adults.
Cuban Roach Photos
Cuban Roach on Leaf
