Meaning of the word "oriental cockroach" in English

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oriental cockroach

US /ˌɔːriˈentl ˈkɑːkroʊtʃ/
UK /ˌɔːriˈentl ˈkɑːkroʊtʃ/
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Noun

1.

a large, dark-colored species of cockroach (Blatta orientalis) that is commonly found in temperate regions and often infests damp, dark areas like basements and drains.

Example:
We found an oriental cockroach scurrying across the basement floor.
Controlling oriental cockroaches often requires addressing moisture issues.
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