How to Get Rid of Egyptian Cockroaches

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What looks like a beetle, is scientifically named after a beetle, can sometimes fly, but isn’t a beetle? It’s the Egyptian sand cockroach (Polyphaga aegyptiaca), a popular food for pet lizards. While not a common pest in the US, escapees from breeders and pet owners can result in an infestation. Let’s take a look at … Read more

Can You Kill a Cockroach By Stepping on It? (and Should You?)

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When dealing with bugs in the home, your first instinct is to either run or kill them. Squashing tends to be the preferred method for killing a wide range of pests, such as the housefly or (if you’re skilled enough) fleas. But can you step on a cockroach to kill it, and is it even … Read more