A new study probes the origins of the German cockroach. (Courtesy Dr. Matt Bertone and Dr. Coby Schal) They’re the roommates no one wants, and no one wants to see them scurrying across the kitchen ...

The German cockroach is an indoor pest that is found across the world. Science has finally solved the mystery of its origin. The cockroach, contrary to popular belief, isn’t one species. There are ...

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.

What Is a Group of Cockroaches Called? A group of cockroaches is called an intrusion. Cockroaches are a social bug that are typically found in groups. They live and interact with each other, with some ...

Heat rising, air thickening and cockroaches flying are some of Louisianans' least favorite parts about summer. Though the insects' peak season typically begins in late June, the roaches are already ...