Cockroach droppings: how to identify the feces and eliminate the infestation
What cockroach droppings are
Cockroach droppings are small pellets left by cockroaches. Seeing them in kitchens or bathrooms means an active colony.
What they look like
- German: pepper-sized black granules in drawers and behind appliances.
- American: thicker ridged pellets near drains.
What to do
Cleaning alone is not enough. Use professional insect control with gel bait and crack treatments.
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Heavy infestations leave dark smears and a sweet or musty odor. The main household risk is surface and food contamination; this is not medical advice.
Look for fresh pellets (shiny or easy to crush) behind the fridge, under the sink, in drawers, and at bathroom tile joints. Cleaning without treating the colony only erases evidence.
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