Blattellinae
Blattellinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Blattodea
- Superfamily: Blaberoidea
- Family: Ectobiidae
- Subfamily: Blattellinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Blattellinae: //blætɛˈlaɪniː//
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Summary
Blattellinae is a subfamily of the wood cockroach family, Ectobiidae, including the German cockroach and several endangered species. It consists of around 70 genera and is found worldwide.
Distribution
Worldwide, with >870 species in 70 genera globally; 5 genera in specific regions.
Conservation Status
Includes endangered species such as Hololeptoblatta and Miriamrothschildia.
Economic Impact
Includes global household pest Blattella germanica (German cockroach).
Tags
- Blattellinae
- cockroach
- Ectobiidae
- German cockroach
- endangered species
- insects