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  • Mosquito Management
  • Pest Control
    • Ants
    • Houseflies
    • Cockroaches
    • Fleas
    • Bees
    • Wasps
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Facts

 

Scientific Facts About Cockroaches

  • Anatomy: They have a flattened, oval body, long antennae, and six legs with spines for grip. Their exoskeleton is made of chitin, providing durability.
  • Resilience: Cockroaches can survive without food for up to a month and without water for about two weeks. They can also live without their head for up to a week due to decentralized breathing and nervous systems.
  • Speed and Agility: They can run up to 3 miles per hour (4.8 km/h) and change direction 25 times per second, making them highly evasive.
  • Breathing: Cockroaches breathe through spiracles, small openings on their body, allowing them to survive in low-oxygen environments.
  • Diet: Omnivorous scavengers, they eat almost anything, including organic matter, glue, and even dead insects.
  • Reproduction: Females produce oothecae (egg cases) containing 10–50 eggs, depending on the species. Some species are parthenogenetic, reproducing without males.
  • Lifespan: Depending on the species, cockroaches live from a few months to over two years under optimal conditions.
  • Sensory Abilities: They have compound eyes and sensitive antennae that detect pheromones, vibrations, and air currents, aiding survival.
  • Antibiotic Resistance: Cockroaches can develop resistance to pesticides, and their gut bacteria may neutralize certain toxins.
  • Fossil Record: Cockroaches date back over 300 million years, with fossils from the Carboniferous period showing similar morphology to modern species.

Fun Facts About Cockroaches

  • Radiation Myth: They can tolerate high radiation (up to 10x human levels), but they aren’t immune to nuclear blasts—extreme heat and pressure would kill them.
  • Space Travelers: Cockroaches have been sent to space for experiments, like studying microgravity effects on their biology.
  • Hissers: Madagascar hissing cockroaches produce a loud hissing sound by expelling air through spiracles, used for communication or defense.
  • Pet Potential: Some species, like the Madagascar hissing cockroach, are kept as low-maintenance pets or educational tools.
  • Super Jumpers: Some species, like the American cockroach, can jump up to 50 times their body length when startled.
  • Allergy Trigger: Their saliva, feces, and shed skin can cause allergic reactions or asthma in humans, especially in urban areas.
  • Cold Tolerance: Certain species can survive freezing temperatures by producing antifreeze-like compounds in their blood.

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Prevention

German Roaches

American Roaches

American Roaches

 

German cockroaches one of the most common household pests, are highly adaptable and thrive in warm, humid environments like kitchens and bathrooms. They are nocturnal, hiding in cracks, crevices, and dark spaces during the day and foraging at night for a wide range of food sources, including crumbs, grease, starches, sugary substances, a

 

German cockroaches one of the most common household pests, are highly adaptable and thrive in warm, humid environments like kitchens and bathrooms. They are nocturnal, hiding in cracks, crevices, and dark spaces during the day and foraging at night for a wide range of food sources, including crumbs, grease, starches, sugary substances, and even non-food items like soap or glue when resources are scarce. Their small size (about 0.5 inches long) and rapid reproduction—females produce 20–40 eggs every few weeks—make infestations common. They enter homes through infested grocery bags, used appliances, cardboard boxes, or via shared walls in apartments, sneaking through tiny gaps around pipes, vents, or doors. Once inside, their resilience and scavenging habits make them difficult to eliminate without thorough sanitation and targeted pest control.

American Roaches

American Roaches

American Roaches

 

American cockroaches among the largest household cockroach species, prefer warm, damp environments like basements, sewers, and crawl spaces, though they venture into homes seeking food and shelter. These nocturnal pests, growing up to 2 inches long, are omnivorous and feed on a wide variety of substances, including decaying organic matte

 

American cockroaches among the largest household cockroach species, prefer warm, damp environments like basements, sewers, and crawl spaces, though they venture into homes seeking food and shelter. These nocturnal pests, growing up to 2 inches long, are omnivorous and feed on a wide variety of substances, including decaying organic matter, sweets, starches, grease, and even book bindings or wallpaper paste when food is scarce. They are fast runners and can fly short distances, aiding their movement. American cockroaches typically enter homes through drains, sewer connections, or gaps around doors, windows, and utility lines, often originating from external sources like garbage areas or nearby sewer systems. Once inside, they hide in dark, moist areas during the day and forage at night, making them a persistent nuisance if not addressed through sealing entry points and maintaining cleanliness.

What We Do

Homeowner Tips

Homeowner Tips

 

Bug Cowboys Pest Solutions offers comprehensive cockroach prevention and treatment services tailored to Central Alabama’s humid climate, which fosters pests like German and American roaches. Services include thorough inspections to identify roach species and infestation sources, followed by targeted treatments such as eco-friendly baits,

 

Bug Cowboys Pest Solutions offers comprehensive cockroach prevention and treatment services tailored to Central Alabama’s humid climate, which fosters pests like German and American roaches. Services include thorough inspections to identify roach species and infestation sources, followed by targeted treatments such as eco-friendly baits, insect growth regulators, and residual sprays applied to high-risk areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and entry points. We use and advise exclusion techniques, sealing cracks, and gaps around doors, windows, and pipes to prevent roach entry. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance plans could be provided to ensure long-term protection, alongside homeowner education on sanitation practices like securing food and fixing leaks to deter roaches. For specific details homeowners should contact Bug Cowboys directly for a customized plan.

Homeowner Tips

Homeowner Tips

Homeowner Tips

 

In Central Alabama, where warm, humid conditions favor cockroaches like German and American species, homeowners can prevent infestations by adopting proactive measures. Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, pipes, and vents with caulk or weatherstripping to block entry points, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. Keep food stored 

 

In Central Alabama, where warm, humid conditions favor cockroaches like German and American species, homeowners can prevent infestations by adopting proactive measures. Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, pipes, and vents with caulk or weatherstripping to block entry points, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. Keep food stored in airtight containers, promptly clean spills, crumbs, and grease, and avoid leaving pet food or dirty dishes out overnight, as roaches are attracted to these food sources. Regularly empty trash cans and maintain clean drains, as debris can draw roaches from sewer systems. Reduce moisture by fixing leaky pipes and using dehumidifiers in damp areas like basements, since roaches thrive in humidity. Inspect grocery bags, boxes, and used appliances before bringing them inside to avoid introducing roaches. For persistent issues, consider professional pest control services familiar with Alabama’s climate and roach behavior to ensure long-term prevention.

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