Pest identification
Identify a pest
Answer two quick questions and PestMan will suggest what you’re likely dealing with — and what to read next.
- 1. What did you find?
- 2. Describe it
- 3. Likely pest
It’s likely to be…
Likely match
American Cockroach
Large reddish-brown insects near drains at night are usually American, Australian or smokybrown cockroaches.
Check these features
- Adults about 35–45 mm, shiny reddish-brown.
- Pale yellowish band around the edge of the shield behind the head.
- Fully developed wings; can glide or fly short distances in warm weather.
Describe it in your own words
Try something like “tiny brown bugs in the pantry” — PestMan will search its answers for a match.