Cockroaches

Cockroaches are most commonly seen at night, scurrying away when the lights get turned on in a dark room. But where do they go during the day? Cockroaches spend most…

Cockroaches strike terror in many people, and even if some aren’t afraid of them, they still find them repulsive. So despite their reputation, the ethical question remains: should cockroaches be…

Cockroaches find the warm, dark spaces inside our electronics incredibly inviting and frequently make them their homes.  So how can you get rid of cockroaches inside your XBOX One or…

When you turn the lights on, cockroaches will scurry into their hiding place, and they aren’t likely to come back out until the lights are turned off.  But is it…

Cockroaches love to stay in dark, warm, and enclosed spaces. Unfortunately, sometimes these places include the electronics in your home, like inside your TV. So when this happens, how do…

Cockroaches have been around for millions of years, and almost every corner of the Earth hosts these interesting insects. There are over 4000 species of cockroaches, each with its own…

Avoiding direct contact when picking up a cockroach is crucial as it prevents the transfer of disease-causing bacteria. To pick up a cockroach without touching it, avoid direct contact. Wear…

If you are seeing insects in your home and think you may have an infestation, it’s nice to know what type of bug you are dealing with.  Depending on where…

Cockroaches are unlike any other creature on the planet. Their ability to survive extreme environments and reproduce in the most inhospitable places makes them unique in the animal kingdom. There…

Cockroach spray, and many kinds of insecticides, are everyday household items used to kill pests inside your home. But if pesticides are meant to kill pests, can they also harm…

It’s not uncommon to see cockroaches scurrying around after they’ve been sprayed with poison. It’s also normal to see even more roaches than before. So how long can cockroaches live…

Cockroaches can live anywhere and are more than happy to set up camp if the environment is damp, dark, and close to a food source.  If your kitchen is too…

Finding dead cockroaches when you aren’t using traps or poisons is never a good sign. The beasts likely kicked the bucket because of internal factors (e.g., starvation, dehydration, etc.) or…

Cockroaches can find their way into anything, including game consoles, computers, and other electronic devices.  If you think you have roaches in your PS4, you must deal with the problem…

If you’ve ever had to use roach spray, you may wonder exactly how it kills a roach.  How cockroaches die when sprayed depends on the type of spray you use. However,…

Since roaches seem so primitive, you may assume they don’t have eyes.  But is that true? Yes, Cockroaches do have eyes. In fact, they have four eyes, more than most other…

The first thing most people do after seeing a roach is kill it – whether by spraying it with insecticide, stomping on it, or crushing it with the nearest object….

Cockroaches are masters at hiding. The little beasts can crawl into the tiniest of crevices thanks to their flexible exoskeleton and nimble legs. Such adaptations make eradication harder, and to…

The idea of a cockroach running around in your bed when you’re asleep is enough to make just about anyone’s skin crawl.  But will they actually climb on you when…

If you’ve ever killed a roach, you may have noticed it move around after it died.  And you may be wondering, how on earth do they do that? Cockroaches sometimes…

You may think that placing something high up on a shelf or counter will keep the roaches away from it, but will it? No, it won’t. Cockroaches can climb walls…

Keeping a roach as a pet isn’t for everyone, but for those interested, the idea can be quite tantalizing.  But can you actually make a pet out of a roach? …