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 ...

Quick Take Despite their tendency to spread dangerous diseases, cockroaches keep themselves clean by grooming immediately after physical contact. A cockroach’s antennae—which are particularly ...

Like worrisome termites, cockroaches have a job to do, breaking down organic matter in the natural world. But even one cockroach isn’t acceptable indoors. “They don’t vector, or directly transmit, ...

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 ...

Cockroach infestations can worsen allergies and asthma in children, especially in low-income urban homes. One particular species of cockroach is known to carry bacteria in their guts that release ...

Researchers found that stressful conditions can shift cockroach decisions, suggesting insects adjust behavior based on ...