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Brown, V.K., 1980

Notes and a key to the Oothecae of the British Ectobius (Dictyoptera: Blattidae)

Descriptions and line drawings of, and keys to, Oothecae of our three native cockroaches.

Journal Entomologist's Monthly Magazine
Volume 116
Page range 151-154
Coverage Oothecae of the British species then known.
Illustrations Line drawings.
Identify Under a Stereo Microscope.
Specimen Prep. Oothecae must be collected before undergoing the changes associated with hatching. Measurement (to 0.1mm) useful.

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Taxonomic Scope

Ectobius (native cockroaches) Identification Current

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