Blatta: meaning, definitions and examples

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blatta

 

[ หˆblรฆtษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

insect category

Blatta is a genus of cockroaches that are commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. Members of this genus are characterized by their flat bodies and long antennae. They are often associated with human habitats, leading to their status as pests. Blatta species are more commonly noted for their presence in homes and buildings, where they can be a source of annoyance and potential health risks. The term 'blatta' is derived from the Latin word for cockroach.

Synonyms

cockroach, insect, pest, roach

Examples of usage

  • I saw a blatta scurrying across the kitchen floor.
  • The blatta population in urban areas can be quite high.
  • We need to call pest control to deal with the blatta infestation.
  • Blatta can carry various diseases, making them a health concern.

Translations

Translations of the word "blatta" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น barata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคฟเคฒเคšเคŸเฅเคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schabe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kecoa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐั€ะฐะบะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ karaluch

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ดใ‚ญใƒ–ใƒช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cafard

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cucaracha

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hamambรถceฤŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”ํ€ด๋ฒŒ๋ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุฑุงุตูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกvรกb

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกvรกb

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Ÿ‘่ž‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกฤurek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kakkalakkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั€ะฐะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒฆแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qarฤฑลŸqa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cucaracha

Word origin

The word 'blatta' comes from Latin, where it simply meant 'cockroach'. The usage of the term has been retained in the scientific classification of these insects. The etymological roots trace back to Ancient Rome, where 'blatta' was likely used to describe various types of large insects, particularly those that were seen as pests. Over time, the term has been adopted into modern scientific terminology as taxonomists have classified these creatures. Understanding the genus Blatta helps in studying the behavior, ecology, and pest control measures associated with cockroaches. Because of their adaptability and reproduction rates, Blatta species have become a significant focus of urban pest management practices worldwide.