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Cockroaches

Questions about cockroaches, a common household pest, including their habitat, prey, and food.

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How cockroachs interact with mankind?

Cockroaches often seek out human habitats for food, water, and shelter. They can contaminate food and surfaces, potentially spreading diseases and triggering allergic reactions in humans. In turn, humans may use various methods to control and eliminate cockroach infestations in their homes and businesses.

Examples of oviviparous?

Viviparous animals are those which give birth to live young that have been nourished by the mother's body. This includes all mammals except the egg-laying monotremes (the platypus and echidnas). We humans are an example of a viviparous animal.

Oviparous animals are those which lay eggs, such as birds. All birds are oviparous - pick any one you like as an example.

There are also animals termed ovoviviparous. These animals retain their eggs inside their bodies until they hatch, when the young are expelled alive. Boas and pit vipers such as rattlesnakes are examples of this.

What is the largest cockroach on record?

The Madagascar hissing Cockroach, also known as Hissing Roach or simply hisser, is one of the largest species of cockroach and can reach 5 inches (12 and half centimetres) at maturity.

The giant burrowing cockroach (Macropanesthia rhinoceros)is also quite large. It can grow to be about 3 inches (8/9cm) and be as heavy as 35g.

Baby cockroach size?

Baby cockroaches, also known as nymphs, are typically smaller than adult cockroaches. They can range in size from about 1-3 mm, depending on the species. As they grow and molt, they will gradually increase in size until they reach adult size.

What harm do crayfish cause?

Native species of crayfish that are are a normal part of the ecosystem are not harmful. But there are several invasive species, like the rusty crayfish, that can kill off native crayfish and other crustacians. The rusty crayfish has a thicker shell and less "meat" and therefore are are not a good part of the food chain depriving the ecosystem of the nutrients from the crustacians it replaces. Invasive species also tend to destroy large amounts of water plants that further degrade the food chain. Also there is an infection that occasionally occurs in crayfish that can spread to other animals but this is usually a normal part of the life cycle and not neccasarily harmful.

What do you think is the function of the saliva produced by the salivary glands?

Saliva provides moisture moisture which helps form the chewed food into a bolus, & lubricates it as it is swallowed; it also contains salivary amylase, an enzyme which starts the process of digesting carbohydrates, and a small amount of an antibacterial enzyme.

Amazingly, we produce over 1 litre of saliva each day!

Why do bugs turn upside down when they die?

Creatures with exoskeletons frequently have a primitive muscle/blood flow circulation system tied into each other and it is hydraulic by nature. The natural state of their legs is curled up and a force of exertion combined with the pushing of blood through their legs causes them to straighten. They have fine motor control of this which allows them to move, in fact it's probably unconscious such as the way we move our limbs, the process is lsot on us we just know we can do it.

Now, when the insect in question hasn't got enough food or water they grow weak, or with something like old age. So they find it harder to exert to force their legs "open" So imagine their standing on all their legs and can't summon the effort to keep the set on one side open. That side will collapse and they will tip. This causes them to roll over onto their backs. You can try this with a healthy insect and they will tilt and get back up but it's a strain and they use their legs a lot. When they are too weak to do this they are stuck, and frequently die shortly afterwards as they become too weak to right themselves.

What features justifies the placing crayfish and cockroach in the same phylum?

The word ''Arthropoda' means ''joint-legged'' and both creatures are that. Also they have exoskeletons and open circulatory systems along with a few other common characteristics. Take a course in Invertebrate zoology.

Can tuba-tuba seed repel cockroaches?

Tuba Tuba is a plant grown in the Philipines. As an herbal medicine, the sap of the plant is believed to have anti-cancer properties. The leaves can be used stomach ache and can also be used as a natural insect repellant. The roots of the jatropha are used as an antidote for snake bites. The bark can be used as treatment for sores while a tea from the roots and leaves can be used to treat diarrhea. The oil extracted from the plant's seeds, aside from being an alternative to fuel can also be used in the process of soap making. Extract from the plant's roots can be processed as yellow dye while the extract from its barks can be processed to produce blue dye. The seeds can be pounded and used for tanning leather. The plant itself can be used to prevent soil erosion. But the most promising use is as a source of biofuel.

All part of the plant contain poison so don't use it for anything unless you are sure you know what you're doing.

Can the transportation of roaches from one house to another in a moving process be prevented?

You must treat the property before you leave. Always check appliances, furniture, clothes and anything else you are moving with for signs of roaches. If you find roaches, discard before bring to your new home.

Is it true that the average cockroach passes gas every 15 seconds?

No it's every 15 minutes, and I'd hate to be the one behind those big suckers timing the flatulence! OTHER FACTS: Hissing cockroaches are the largest and are harmless (do not bite) but use just the hissing as their only protection. Cockroaches can run up to 3 miles per hour. Roaches can live without food for one month, but will only survive a week without water. Crushed cockroaches can be applied to a sting wound to relieve pain. A cockroach can live for a week without it's head. The roach dies because it can't take in water. Cockroaches pass gas every 15 mins. A cockroach's blood is white. The world's largest roach (from South America) is 6 " long and has a one-foot wingspan. Cockroaches can hold their breath for 40 minutes. Roaches live an average of 2 - 5 years. Roaches that have just shed their skin are white. A female usually gets pregnant only once and she will stay that way for the rest of her life.

What is the scientific name of the Sand Cockroach?

The scientific name of the flying cockroach is Blattella asahinai. The Asian cockroach is better-known as the flying cockroach because of the long, narrow wings that allow it to fly. It was first found in the United States in the Lakeland, Florida area in 1986.

How did the German cockroach get its name?

The German cockroach is named for its believed origin in Southeast Asia and introduction to Europe via trade routes. It was later spread globally by human activity.

What is the scientific name of Indian cockroach?

When studying insects it is important to know the scientific names of the insects. The scientific name of Indian Cockroach is Blattella asahinai

What is the scientific name for a spider?

Spiders and scorpions are both types of "arachnids." Spiders are of the class Araneae.

The class name Arachnida and order Araneae come from the Greek word for spider (aráchnē), based on a story from ancient Greek times. Arachne was a woman who challenged the goddess Athena to a weaving competition, but lost and was cursed to live as a spider. (In another version of the story, Arachne won, and it was Athena's jealousy that provoked the curse.)

What additional characteristics does Morley give to roaches?

In his poem, Morley personifies roaches. He describes them running around a house, treating the kitchen of the house like their playground. They dance and swim and sleep when alone but are timid when people see them.

Where do you go to buy a peek-a-pooh in Pasadena?

You can look for peek-a-pooh toys at toy stores in Pasadena, such as Target, Walmart, or specialty toy stores. You can also check online retailers like Amazon or eBay for a wider selection of options.

Do roaches have tail?

According to the kbg website cockroaches don't have tails

Are white cockroaches poisonous?

yes they are highly poisonous it may lead to death

What is the best medicine for cockroach bite?

If there is no infection then take antihistamine and apply topical steroid. In case of infection, topical or oral antibiotics are recommended

What is a cockroach repellent?

Diatomaceous earth is a cockroach repellent. They can not stand to walk on it so anywhere it is place the cockroaches will keep away from.

Are wood roaches dangerous?

Real wood roaches are harmless. They live in moist environments outside and feed on decaying wood. They are rarely seen indoors. If they do come in, the cannot survive in the dry environment.