. Which are the scientific names of cockroaches
A: Periplaneta americana and Blatta indica
B: Periplaneta orientalis and Blatta americana
C: Periplaneta americana and Blatta orientalis
D: Both A and B
Best Answer
Explanation
Cockroaches are one of the oldest insect species (termites) which belong to the order Blattodea.
- American cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
- Oriental cockroach (Blatta orientalis)
Final Answer
Hence option C: Periplaneta americana and Blatta orientalis are the scientific names of cockroaches.
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