Insect
German Cockroach
Blattella germanica
The German cockroach is the most prolific indoor pest in Kempton Park homes, restaurants and food businesses. Adults are 13–16 mm, light brown with two dark stripes behind the head, and a single female can produce 30,000+ descendants per year. Without targeted gel-bait and IGR treatment, infestations rebound within weeks.
How to identify
- 13–16 mm light tan body with two dark parallel stripes
- Active at night near warmth, water and food
- Egg cases (oothecae) carried by females until hatch
- Pepper-like droppings near hinges, kickplates and skirting
Where they hide
- Kitchen cupboards, behind fridges, microwaves and ovens
- Bathroom cabinets, pipework and geyser cupboards
- Restaurant kitchens, takeaways and spaza shops
- Apartment block service ducts in CBD complexes
Health & property risks
- Triggers asthma and allergic reactions in children
- Mechanically spreads E. coli, Salmonella and Staphylococcus
- Contaminates food prep surfaces and stored dry goods
- Causes failed health inspections in food businesses
Prevention tips
- Eliminate water leaks and standing moisture overnight
- Store dry food in sealed plastic or glass containers
- Vacuum behind appliances monthly and seal cracks
- Schedule a quarterly professional gel-bait + IGR treatment
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