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 ...

Cockroaches are among the most resilient and unpleasant pests that can invade homes, restaurants, offices, and industrial ...

Have you ever switched on a light to the sight of a cockroach running for cover? Usually, one or two roaches being spotted in any home means it's time to take action. “Living colonies of cockroaches ...

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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. In the dense forests of Southeast Asia, an unusual ...

During spring and summer, North Carolina’s warm, humid climate provides many opportunities for insects to thrive outdoors. That means anyone with a fear of insects — those who want to stay out of ...