Potential bad news for people who aren’t fans of cockroaches (a.k.a. most): You might need to start incorporating traps to get rid of them — or move to another planet altogether. A new study out of ...

Of all the household pests, the cockroach is probably the most hated. With its tough looking exterior, imposing size, and ability to survive extreme conditions, this pest is a creepy-crawly that we ...

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Cockroach allergies are a common indoor allergy, especially among children, and can trigger asthma. Symptoms of a cockroach allergy are similar to those of other allergies, so it’s essential to obtain ...

Have you ever found a strange, creepy-crawly bug, and wondered if it’s a cockroach? Not to worry, you’re not alone; there are many bugs that look like roaches. Cockroaches themselves are hated and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world.

Cockroaches are transforming from pests to valuable resources. A burgeoning industry sees these insects fetching high prices for scientific research and the exotic pet market. Their unique proteins ...

Cockroaches are unwelcome pests that contaminate food and spread bacteria. While professional pest control is a long-term solution, home remedies like baking soda, diatomaceous earth, and essential ...

It’s one of the weirdest-looking cockroaches ever known, sporting a huge head with a helmet and extra-long legs. “It looks like a forthcoming Star Wars personality,” says Peter Vršanský, who has ...