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      It’s no secret that cockroaches are not widely loved insects. Most of us want to get rid of them as soon as we notice them in our homes. However, there are some interesting facts about cockroaches that you might want to know. Our friends over at Pesky Possum Bird and Pest Control recently published a very fascinating blog with 5 facts about cockroaches that you should know. We thought it would be great to share over on our site! So without any further introduction, here are 5 interesting cockroach facts!

      1. A Cockroach Can Survive Underwater For Up To 40 Minutes

      Cockroaches are renowned for being able to survive tough environments, but this one may still come as a surprise to you. Cockroaches can actually survive underwater for as long as 40 minutes! They have a lot of practice with this as they regularly hold their breath to prevent their loss of water.

      2. A Cockroach Can Move Up To 3 Miles An Hour

      One of the primary reasons why cockroaches are notorious for spreading germs in the home is because they can cover as much as 3 miles in an hour. This allows them to quickly spread germs and bacteria throughout your home. You can avoid this by calling the experts at Pest Control North Brisbane.

      3. They Have Been Around For A While

      Similar to other pests like ants, cockroaches have certainly been around for a while. In fact, cockroaches have been walking the Earth for a little over 280 million years! That means cockroaches were walking around the same time as the dinosaurs.

      4. Cockroaches Are A Diverse Species

      It can be easy to fall into the trap of thinking that all cockroaches are the same. Although many do like similar, there are over 4000 different cockroach species around the world!

      5. Cockroaches Are Survivors

      Earlier, we mentioned that cockroaches can survive underwater for up to 40 minutes. However, that isn’t all when it comes to the survival abilities of cockroaches. They can also live without food for a whole month and even survive for up to a week without their head. The latter is because cockroaches are not reliant on their heads or mouths to breathe.

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