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Ectobiinae
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Ectobiinae

Ectobiidae (formerly Blattellidae) is a family of the order Blattodea (cockroaches). This family contains many of the smaller common household pest cockroaches, among others. They are sometimes called wood cockroaches. A few notable species include:

European native cockroaches – genera including Ectobius, Capraiellus, Phyllodromica and Planuncus

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