How old an amber cockroach is and whether it is already a fully developed animal is not always easy to see. This way you can tell whether it is a nymph or an adult.
What do Amber Wood Cockroach nymphs look like?
Nymphs of the Amber Wood Cockroach have strikingtransparent wingswith aweakly pronounced pattern As far as their shape is concerned, the nymphs otherwise do not differ especially from the adult cockroaches. Only the wings are not yet properly developed.
What is a nymph?
In the insect world, the term nymph refers to aYoung stage of insects Nymphs are not yet fully grown, but are about to transform into an adult insect. In contrast to the larva, nymphs already have a clear resemblance to the adults. The nymph of the amber wood cockroach (Ectobius vitiventris) also differs from the adult animal in only a few aspects.
When do the nymphs of the amber cockroach hatch?
The animals typically only hatchafter overwintering The hatched animals then develop into nymphs and then adult forest cockroaches with a light pronotum. This time of development ensures that the amber cockroaches are on the move during the warm time of the year.
How do I recognize Amber Wood Cockroach nymphs?
Amber forest cockroach nymphs havetransparent wingsand a bright,amber-colored pronotum The nymphs are often confused with other species. In contrast to the common cockroach, the cockroach species does not have any black longitudinal stripes on the pronotum or dark coloring, as is the case with other cockroaches. There are other distinguishing features that you can use to tell whether it is an amber cockroach or a cockroach.
Tip
Keep nymphs at a distance with fly screens
Do you want to avoid amber cockroach nymphs getting into your house during the warm days? It is best to close your windows with fly screens. If you open the window in the evening, the animals cannot enter the house. This will also keep mosquitoes away. Amber cockroaches can also be combated by placing strongly scented herbs.
