American cockroaches are less common in northern states than German and oriental cockroaches. Look for American cockroaches in areas of warmth and high humidity. American cockroach feces may be almost as large as mouse droppings.

American cockroachesare known as “born inebriates,” their desire forfermenting liquids is often very strong. Thereare many examples of restaurants or bar owners finding American cockroaches in partially empty beer bottles. Bread soaked with beer can be used to attract them. Ongoing inspections, including trapping, are very important because of the longlife-span of this cockroach.