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The German Cockroach

Exterminating Cockroaches is a specialty of Beyond Pest Control.

Blattella Germanica, most commonly known as the German cockroach or the common NYC inhabitant is a small species of cockroach. It is the most common household cockroach in the world. Despite its name, the German cockroach is originally from Asia. They only measure about 1 cm to about 2 cm long. German cockroaches are tan or dark brown in color, and they have dark streaks running from their head to the base of its wings. While it has wings, the German cockroach is unable to maintain flight.

These insects are particularly doting to restaurants, kitchens, and other food prep areas. There looking for food sources but water sources as just as prevalent. In colder climates they can also be found in homes and apartments, Although New York City all year round is affected. The German cockroach can be seen during the day, but most sightings are reported at night as they are nocturnal and will run away when exposed to light. But don’t think that its only light that makes the move a change in wind pattern such as you turning on a light switch will change the wind direction and alert the roaches.

The German cockroach feeds on human and pet food, but is also a scavenger and is an omnivore and cannibal (They Eat Themselves). They particularly like sugary foods, starch, grease, and meats. In certain cases when there is a shortage of food they will become desperate. They have been known to eat household products such as soap, glue, and toothpaste. They may even turn cannibalistic and consume each other.

The German cockroach is highly successful at establishing a forte in buildings, and is very resilient against attempts at pest control. This is due to the large amount of nymphs (clusters of eggs) produced from each egg case known as oothecae (this is a nymph that the female carries around with her), and the insect’s ability to hide because of their small size. The German cockroach is smaller than almost all other species of cockroach can easily hide and fit into very small cracks and crevices.

In addition, the mother carries the egg case with her, instead of dropping it like other cockroach species. The process helps from making the eggs vulnerable before they hatch. The egg case of the German cockroach holds about 30 to 40 eggs. The mother will drop the egg case right before the eggs hatch. The nymphs are initially bright white, but after a few hours of inflating themselves with air they will become hard and darken. Development from eggs to adults takes 3 to 4 months. German cockroaches live up to 1 year and a female German cockroach can produce up to 8 egg cases in a lifetime. They use chemical signals to find mates and the female needs only to be impregnated once to produce eggs for a lifetime. Two German roaches can become 60 thousand in 5 months in the right conditions.

Beyond Pest Control believes cleanliness is next to godliness. Living by this ancient proverb is the best way to avoid roaches. Keeping your home as clean as possible is the first step toward keeping cockroaches out. The kitchen and bathroom are main trouble spots for Sweep and vacuum often, particularly after meals. All food items should be sealed in plastics containers or kept in the refrigerator. Also remember that roaches are attracted to your pet’s food too. Cockroaches are attracted to damp areas and need water to survive. Water is even more important than food to roach survival. Avoid leaving standing water, whether in bathtubs or sinks. Cracks, corners, and crevices are cockroach’s favorite hiding spots. These areas should be caulked shut and sprayed carefully. Cockroaches are difficult to detect. It is important to spray your home regularly, even if you don’t see any roaches physically. A well thought out plan completed with professional help, regular treatments, and upkeep are the only ways to achieve success in your battle against these roaches.

One notable tip is to avoid using products like raid. While raid is a great knockdown killer it’s not a great overall product for eliminating roaches, Consult a professional or find products that have a great residual. Meaning that after it dries it will continue to kill.

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