Windows
2 options- Press Win + . (period) to open the emoji & symbol picker.
- Or in Word: type 1FAB3 then Alt + X for the first codepoint.
Multi-codepoint sequence — emoji picker is the reliable option.
Cockroach Symbol
A symbol from the Animal Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.
- Symbol
- 🪳
- Unicode
- U+1FAB3
- HTML entity
- 🪳
- Category
- Animal Symbols
Export
Download Cockroach as a vector SVG or a raster PNG.
Preview
transparent background
Color applies to monochrome symbols; multicolor emoji keep their own colors. SVG uses the system font stack — open in any vector editor and convert to outlines if needed. PNGs have a transparent background.
111 of 116 in the animal symbols collection
About the cockroach symbol
The glyph depicts a cockroach from a top-down view, with a long, segmented body, six legs splayed outward, and two antennae extending from the head. It is typically shown in a brown or tan color, emphasizing its insect anatomy.
This character represents the cockroach, a common household pest known for its resilience. It is used in messages about bugs, infestations, disgust, or survival, and appears in contexts ranging from pest control discussions to humorous remarks about toughness or uncleanliness.
How to type Cockroach
Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.
macOS
2 options- Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer.
- Search by name or paste the symbol — easiest path for multi-codepoint sequences.
Linux
1 step- Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 1FAB3, then press Enter or Space.
Copy in every format
Every form of this character — for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, URLs and more. Click any value to copy.
Text vs emoji presentation
This codepoint has two standardized presentations. Append U+FE0E to force the monochrome text form, or U+FE0F to force the colorful emoji form. Default presentation: emoji.
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