Fascinating facts about the Australian cockroach
Did you know that there are more than 4000 types of cockroaches all over the world? Roughly 40 of them are described as pests, while the remaining little critters perform beneficial functions in their natural environments. Pretty cool, right?
One of those is the Australian cockroach.) Ironically but not scientifically due to its origins in Africa, which is fortunately found in several tropical areas globally. These little guys love moving out of the warm spots into cooler areas of your basement or your crawlspace, as long as there’s some moisture around. But they’re not too fussy and can get by in drier conditions as long as they have access to water.
Cockroaches are indeed some of the strongest, fastest and toughest beings on earth. They may give some of us the heebie-jeebies, but here are some facts about them you might not have known.
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Growth Spurt
Did you know, Australian cockroaches can measure as much as 5 centimeters? Could you imagine if you found one that big! And get this, Jelly’s title of the largest cockroach goes to the Central American Giant Cave Cockroach, which can grow up to 10 centimeters.
Feeling Lonely?
Cockroaches are the social butterflies of the insect world. They do best when in company and can even become lonely and unwell if deprived of that. Who knew, right?
Seeing Through Their Eyes
In 2015, a few resourceful students in China learned how to experience the world through the eyes of a cockroach using brain-to-brain technology. What a crazy world we live in!
Natural Enemies
Even cockroaches have foes. The parasitic wasp, which lays its eggs inside cockroaches, is a natural predator. The natural world does have its own drama!
Survival Skills
Cockroaches are some resilient little critters. They can withstand as much as 40 times more radiation than people, but nope, they wouldn’t make it through nuclear war either.
Speedy Gonzales
These critters are dragonfly fast even from birth, at the same speed as their elders. They can run 50 lengths of their body and in the space of a single second than any mammal on earth!
A Gentle Nibble?
Cockroaches do bite, but it’s uncommon. The usual culprits? The American and Australian cockroaches.
Listening Legs
Ever wonder how cockroaches listen? They take sound waves through the little hairs on their legs. Standard for comparison Nature's design is quite fabulous!
Space Bugs
Fun Fact: Space-conceived cockroaches turn out to be stronger, faster and bigger than their {percentage} brothers back on Earth.
Spot the Signs
Finding cockroach droppings is a sign there will be an infestation. They look like little flecks of dirt or fine coffee grounds. If you suspect you’ve got a cockroach problem, fear not! All you need to do is contact Sydney’s Best Pest Control, and we will get it taken care of.
And I hope you have enjoyed these insights into cockroach life! If you need us at any time, feel free to contact us!
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