This is a most interesting question but also impossible to answer without knowing the species of the cockroach. Different cockroaches, often from different countries function extremely differently, from how many eggs they lay to where they prefer to live and even their size can vary dramatically. Oddly enough the size of the cockroach is inversely…
Cockroaches have existed for millions of years, to the point that we do not really know how old they actually are. They are very different from other insects, specifically having thicker harder carapaces and actual organs instead of free-floating organelles. They are much closer to animals than insects, similar to how fungi have animal cells,…
Cockroaches are disgusting creatures that carry diseases and leave a mess of feces behind them. Because cockroaches are nocturnal and prefer to hide during the day, you may find their feces before you see the insects themselves. Identifying droppings is a good way to get a cockroach treatment started because you will know what you…
It’s not always a simple task to tell cockroaches from other bugs, especially if it’s your first time dealing with them. Common insects like beetles and crickets are often mistaken for cockroaches. Well, if you think you have seen a cockroach, and you are not sure about it, we have compiled a list to help…
In case you switched on the light and spotted a small brown body scampering for safety, you probably thought of what can be found locally in your home that could kill it. There are hundreds of cockroach pesticide sprays in the market, but how safe are they? In many cases, these sprays are very toxic,…
Most cockroaches that can be found in the home come from sub-tropical and tropical areas. Due to these, they are attracted to warm areas and components in the house such as motor compartments in your refrigerator. Cockroaches are also attracted to dark, humid areas that have grime and clutter although they are known to attack…
Finding that you have cockroaches in your house is never fun, and getting rid of them can be quite a chore. Infestation may reach such a point that cockroaches will bite residents due to the colony outgrowing its food source. However, what happens if you only occasionally see a bug in your kitchen? Well, most…
Cockroaches can live in a hostile environment without water or food for a long period. It’s possible to have cockroaches living in the cleanest of homes, and in such situations, they will take cover in the kitchen and more specifically in your dishwasher. Most homeowners get frustrated when they find cockroaches in their dishwasher since…
Cockroaches are free tenants to your kitchen. You will only see them momentarily when you switch on your lights for a midnight snack. They will immediately run away once they spot your kitchen lights are on. Cockroaches may play a vital role in recycling for the environment. However, their presence in your kitchen cabinet or…
Having an infestation in your home is enough to have your stomach turn. Termites, rats, and other rodents of all shapes and sizes cause all manner of problems and will impact both your health and the integrity of your home. Having a cockroach infestation is a serious problem. To better understand the seriousness, it helps…