The mystery of just how the notorious cockroach became one of the most widespread vermin has been solved by scientists. The origins of the German cockroach (Blattella germanica)—the one usually ...

A headless cockroach isn’t fictional biology. Here’s how its decentralized systems keep it alive for days after being ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Cockroaches have some of the worst PR in the animal kingdom. With ...

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Texas exterminators say they’ve received a lot of roach calls in the last couple of months, as spring and early summer are when the pests are generally the most active. “In other states that have a ...

Cockroaches thrive in the California heat. Here’s how to spot an infestation and prevent them in the future. Getty Images/iStockphoto Cockroaches love the heat — meaning they are thriving in the ...