Scientific name Eurycotis Rank Genus | Higher classification Blattidae | |
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Similar Florida woods co, Insect, Blattodea, Blattidae, Eublaberus | ||
Eurycotis decipiens zebra cockroach
'Eurycotis' is a genus of cockroaches. Cockroaches of this genus often have the capability to secrete an unpleasant smell when threatened. Both sexes have a large gland in the rear part of the abdomen capable of secreting a milky, acidic fluid as either an oozing liquid, or up to a three foot spray.
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Skunk roaches eurycotis floridana
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