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 ...

A man shining a flashlight on cockroaches under a couch - Studio Romantic/Shutterstock No one wants to find cockroaches in their home. These pests can cause a number of problems — from spreading ...

A new study traces the German cockroach’s evolution throughout human history, from the Islamic empires to modern-day Europe. The German cockroach (above) likely evolved from the Asian cockroach.

The German cockroach lives not in the wild, but in human buildings across the globe. The widespread species is the world’s most prevalent cockroach, but scientists have been unsure where it originally ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › You’re not alone in wanting to get rid of roaches. These creepy-crawly insects are a ...