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Interesting Facts About German Cockroaches
German cockroaches can be found just about anywhere in the world, including in Texas. We know a lot about these intrusive pests, but we are also finding out things about them that we didn’t know. For example, German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) were originally thought to be of European origin. Later, we thought that they had originated in Africa. Now we know that they are native to Southeast Asia. You probably know what filthy pests they are and that they don’t make good houseguests. Following are some more interesting facts about German cockroaches.
Where Do German Cockroaches Come From in Texas?
Where do German Cockroaches come from? Maybe you thought (understandably) that they came from Germany. It used to be thought that they came to this continent from Central Europe. Later, researchers came to the conclusion that these home-dwelling pests came from Northeast Africa. Finally, they understood that these German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) actually are natives of Southeast Asia.
Do German Cockroaches Bite?
Most homeowners know that German cockroaches are not only dirty, but that they track filth wherever they go, and that they’re just nasty to look at and to think about them hiding in your home. But German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) in Texas, do not really know how to survive outdoors on their own. They need to be within proximity to human beings, and they are always in need of three things: food, water, and shelter.
Do German Cockroaches Fly?
We almost always think of cockroaches as creepy crawlies running around on the floor and other flat surfaces, but did you know that many cockroaches can fly? German roaches (Blattella germanica) are known to be the most common roach species you will encounter in your Conroe, TX home, apartment, or business. Even though cockroaches, in general, are considered capable survivors, it’s interesting to know that German roaches need to live indoors around humans in order to survive.
How to Get Rid of German Cockroaches and American Cockroaches in Texas
Cockroaches come in many different sizes and colors, and some are even known to fly! Each roach species has different preferred habitats and living habits. When dealing with cockroaches (which most homeowners don’t want to have to do!), it helps to know what species you are dealing with. Though there are thousands of different cockroach species around the world, you will likely only ever have to deal with four prominent species that live in proximity to human beings.
The German Cockroach Life Cycle
German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) have a reputation for being amazingly crafty survivors, especially in warm, humid areas like Southeast Texas. German roaches are easily the cockroach species that homeowners deal with most frequently, including in Kingwood, Texas. They are also unwelcome invaders in apartments, businesses, restaurants, and in countless other food processing facilities. If you understand the German cockroach life cycle better, it can help you better manage roach infestations even before they occur. Must Read: EFFECTIVE WASPS EXTERMINATION TECHNIQUE
Wasps Removal Near Me in Porter, Texas
Maybe you’ve started to notice wasps circling your yard, or worse yet, a wasp nest on your Porter property. If you know you or someone in your family is allergic to bee and/or wasp stings, wasps removal is not a job you want to do yourself! Severe allergic reactions to wasp stings can prove fatal for someone with allergies who gets stung.
Wasps in Texas: What You Should Know
There are many types of wasps and other stinging insects throughout Texas. Believe it or not, stinging insects, including wasps, are considered beneficial to the ecosystem, either through pollination and/or by eliminating other bothersome pests. “Social wasps” (i.e., Paper wasps, yellowjackets, hornets, etc.) are also considered predatory species which hunt down and feed on various species of nuisance insects as part of their diets. But that doesn’t mean you want lots of them around. Wasps that are known to live in Southeast Texas include: Paper wasps, yellowjackets, and hornets.
What New Caney Homeowners Should Know About Wasps Removal
As all Texans know, wasps are just part of living in the Lone Star State, including in New Caney, Texas. Throughout the warm weather months and into the fall, you’ll likely encounter stinging insects eventually. They are on the lookout for food and water, and sometimes shelter. They will usually leave you alone (they’re actually quite unaware that you even exist), unless you happen to “invade” their turf. “Social wasps” (Paper wasps, hornets, yellowjackets, etc.) will get aggressive, and attack (in large numbers if there are many nearby) and sting their attackers. Stings are painful enough, but can prove fatal for those with allergies to wasp venom.
How Do You Get Rid of a Wasp Nest Without Getting Stung?
Is there a way to remove a wasp nest around your home or on your property without getting stung? That’s a tricky question, and many homeowners mistakenly believe that the best way to get rid of wasps is to go right out and remove the nest itself. Big mistake. If you attempt to remove an active wasp nest, you’re exposing yourself to getting stung by angry wasps, which is not only extremely painful, it can also prove fatal if you happen to be allergic to wasp stings. The term “wasps” can be used to reference Paper wasps specifically, but in this context, we use “wasps” to refer to “social wasps,” which are specific aggressive wasp species, including Paper wasps, hornets, and Yellow jackets. There are other, less aggressive wasp species, like the Mud dauber, who aren’t as aggressive, but that will sting you if provoked. Must Read:EARWIGS IN YOUR PORTER HOME