Cockroaches are one of the most hated pests in the world. These insects, which can infest homes, are unsurprisingly despised by many. Originating almost 300 million years ago, these pests can run up ...

German cockroaches (Blattella Germanica) are one of the more common types of cockroaches. They were once believed to have originated in Europe, but this notion has since been debunked. In fact, they ...

The weather is getting warmer in North Carolina, which means certain types of cockroaches could find their way in your home looking for food and water. Other types of cockroaches, however, can be ...

Warm, humid NC summers create ideal nesting conditions for cockroach infestations. Cockroaches spread allergens and bacteria, posing health risks to residents. Sealing entry points and removing food ...

Using genetics to identify the origin and the global path of the ubiquitous insect pest, the German cockroach, back to its wild origin could help us develop more effective pesticides to control them.

Besides being pests, cockroaches can be dangerous because they carry diseases. Cockroaches can carry 30 species of bacteria and have also been suspected of carrying microorganisms, according to ...