What is another word for blattaria?
Pronunciation: [blatˈe͡əɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Blattaria is a scientific name given to a particular group of insects commonly referred to as cockroaches. These insects have been in existence for over 300 million years and have adapted to different environments making them very hardy. There exist many synonyms for the term 'blattaria' that can be used interchangeably. Some of these synonyms include blattodea, blattodae, blatta, blatella, and periplaneta. Each of these synonyms refers to different aspects of the cockroach taxonomy, morphology, and ecology. While 'blattaria' may be the most common term used, using the different synonyms can help to give a more detailed description or understanding of these fascinating insects.
