5 Facts About Cockroaches You Didn’t Know

These little ones are faster and stronger than you think.

Men fear a lot of animals, and this is part of the survival instinct. However, in some cases, that concern is inexplicable, or perhaps not. How do you feel about cockroaches? Are you fascinated? Scared? Disgusted? Whatever the answer is, in today's blog iTerminate brings you five facts about cockroaches that will surely make all those feelings and emotions you have towards this pest get worse and with all the right reason.

Facts about cockroaches you should know

Cockroaches are one of the most common and most hated pests. They can transmit diseases, and produce allergies and asthma. If these facts aren't enough to get these little creatures out of your house, keep reading and find out more about these terrible guests.

They can live a long time without their heads

Cockroaches have an advantageous respiratory system when it comes to survival. Once their heads are cut off, they do not die immediately, as they continue to breathe through small holes around their body segments. Without a head, they don't have a mouth, so they die days later because they can't drink water.

Without proper insecticides, they are difficult to kill

If you're one of those who hates stepping on a cockroach and choose other methods, such as flushing it down the toilet, you should know that this may not work, as some species of cockroaches can hold their breath for 45 minutes. They can also be without food for a month and may even feed on the sticky stamps.

They are very elusive

Believe it or not, these insects are nocturnal animals, so seeing them during the day is not so common. If you have done so, it is because that cockroach was probably being forced to go out by overpopulation. What does this mean? That an infestation could be nearby. They are also difficult to detect by being able to enter your home through cracks, vents, sewers and drain pipes.

They can run very fast

Everyone knows they're fast, but how fast? Once a cockroach feels that someone is approaching because of changes in air currents, they can run up to 80 centimeters per second. Faster than you run when the fliers one fly towards you.

They like beer

Are you surprised to share one of your tastes with cockroaches? The American cockroach has shown a preference for some alcoholic beverages, especially beer. This is due to sugars and hops, ingredients used in the preparation of this drink. If you have problems with cockroaches at home, you already know a way to attract them to eliminate them.  

After reading these five facts about cockroaches, what do you think about them? Do you like them or do you hate them even more? Remember that if you have a cockroach pest problem, the best solution is to call the experts. iTerminate is a fumigation and extermination company specializing in eco-friendly pest control, don't hesitate to call them if you find any cockroaches in your beer.

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