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 ...

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A man shining a flashlight on cockroaches under a couch - Studio Romantic/Shutterstock No one wants to find cockroaches in their home. These pests can cause a number of problems — from spreading ...

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

A genetic analysis of the German cockroach explained its rise in southern Asia millenniums ago, and how it eventually turned up in your kitchen. By Sofia Quaglia They come out of hiding at night and ...

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 ...