Why are brown-banded cockroaches often found in rooms other than kitchens or bathrooms?

Brown-banded cockroaches are indeed often found in rooms other than kitchens or bathrooms primarily because they do not require as much moisture as some other cockroach species. Unlike species that thrive in humid environments, brown-banded cockroaches can survive in drier areas of a home, such as living rooms, bedrooms, and other spaces. This adaptability allows them to inhabit a wider range of environments within a structure, making them more versatile in their living conditions compared to their moisture-dependent counterparts.

While they do prefer warmer temperatures, which is consistent with their tendency to be found in well-heated rooms, it is their lower moisture requirement that primarily facilitates their presence in non-traditional habitats for cockroaches. Being nocturnal and attracted to light are behavioral aspects, but they do not directly explain the broader range of rooms these cockroaches occupy. Understanding this attribute helps pest control professionals target their management strategies effectively.