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Cockroaches are one of the oldest insects. There are cockroach fossil remains which date back 200 million years. Cockroaches have wings, six legs, and two antennae. A cockroach likes to eat sweet and floury foods and hang out in dark, wet places. A cockroach can survive a month or more without food, but less than two weeks without water.
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There are two species of cockroaches in the United States: the American Cockroach and the German Cockroach. The American Cockroach has reddish-brown wings and light marks. It can grow to be 1 1/2 inches long. The German Cockroach is between 1/2 and 5/8 inches long and is light brown with two dark stripes down its back.
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Cockroaches are one of the most commonly noted household pest insects. They feed on human and pet food, and can leave an offensive odor. They can also passively transport microbes on their body surfaces including those that are potentially dangerous to humans, particularly in environments such as hospitals. Cockroach infestations have been shown to be linked with allergic reactions in humans.
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*An example of a Cockroach infestation
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