Category: Cockroaches
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3 Things to Know about the American Cockroach
While some insect pests like the black widow spider can be quite scary on an individual level, others like the American cockroach are actually far more dangerous from a practical standpoint. Here are a few of the reasons why: They Spread Disease – The American cockroach – also known incorrectly as a “waterbug” or “Palmetto…
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Why Are German Cockroaches So Hard to Exterminate
You don’t get to number one without having some mad skills. German cockroaches are the most common and plentiful roaches found in the United States. These stubborn and resilient pest can enter your home in a wide variety of ways. They bring disease, can survive months without food, and go without water for up to…
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Cockroach Species Which Will Live in New Jersey?
Monmouth County is one of the most populous counties in New Jersey. With numerous waterways for fishing and some of the most beautiful townships in the country, it is easy to see why this area is popular with people. And, of the more than 4,500 different species of roaches in the world, a large number…
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How Do I Know If I Have Cockroaches?
Nothing gives you a case of the “creepy-crawlies” like suspecting that you might have a cockroach infestation. With the warmer weather approaching, all kinds of pests are going to begin making an appearance after a long winter. Cockroaches are just one type of household pest that you might have to deal with this year. Most…
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Interesting Cockroach Facts
Cockroaches are considered one of the Earth’s most successful species. These insect scavengers have roamed the planet for more than 300 million years, well before the dinosaurs, and share ancient ancestry with termites and praying mantises. Today, there are more than 4,000 cockroach species. Happily, only three roach species are common household pests in Monmouth…
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Interesting Facts about Cockroaches
Cockroaches are resilient pests that have been around since dinosaurs walked the Earth. The most common cockroach species found in New Jersey are able to withstand temperatures between 32 and 150 degrees, making these pests highly adaptable and difficult to exterminate. Cockroaches spread harmful diseases and pose a serious human health threat when they invade…