The gisborne cockroach( Drymaplaneta semivitta) was first recorded in Gisborne in the 1960s, and now a widespread cockroach in the world. They are generally found in the gardens, eating organic material such as wood and bark. They have prominent white bands and a flattened body. The gisborne cockroachs are harmless cockroaches that they do not spread disease nor do they invade food supplies.

Within the subtropical realms, florida woods cockroach thrives, boasting distinctive, flattened bodies which are well-adapted for squeezing into narrow crevices. Their omnivorous diet, embracing both plant material and animal detritus, underscores a highly adaptable scavenging lifestyle. During maturation, their appearance undergoes a striking transformation from wingless nymphs to adults adorned with sturdy wing covers, although they seldom take to the skies. These creatures play a crucial ecological role, breaking down decaying matter and recycling nutrients back into their habitats.

Despite its name, american cockroach (Periplaneta americana) is not native to the Americas but rather to Africa and the Middle East, from which it arrived as a result of human commercial patterns. Notably quick and rather resilient, this species is capable of limb regeneration. It requires a certain level of moisture to thrive, and it will avoid drier areas unless it has access to the required level of water.

The smoky brown cockroach is a relatively large species of cockroach that scavenges for any kind of decomposing organic matter. It is likely to stay outdoors in warm conditions, but it will also move indoors looking for food sources and habitat since it is not cold-tolerant.

The Blatta orientalis is a relatively large species that prefers dark, moist areas. They are most likely to be found in sewers, mulch piles, drains, and other places that are both moist and have decaying matter. Because of their feeding habits, they can be vectors of bacteria and viruses to humans when they come into contact with countertops, dishes, and food.

Turkestan cockroachs generally dwell outside, although the males occasionally come indoors for shelter or due to their attraction to light. In the U.S., this species is sometimes used as food for pet reptiles since they do not climb surfaces or burrow into the ground like other types of cockroaches.

Distinguished by its shield-like pronotum with a distinct pattern, harlequin roach is a versatile forager, known for its nocturnal habits and preference for warm, humid environments. As a truly omnivorous feeder, this species exhibits dietary flexibility, consuming an array of organic materials from decaying matter to food scraps, aiding in the decomposition process and contributing to nutrient cycling within its ecosystem.