Penelope is the rock star at Big Sal’s Feeder Farm in Brookfield, and store owner Jim Wynn doesn’t mind sharing the limelight ...

This insect looks—and sounds—like anything but a run-of-the-mill roach. Madagascar hissing cockroaches are one of many fascinating animal species to hail from the island of Madagascar.

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“This is really important work,” says Michael Scharf, a now-retired urban entomologist and insect toxicologist who spent years investigating roach pesticide resistance at the University of ...

New research published Wednesday has found that store-bought roach sprays are practically useless at controlling infestations of German cockroaches in the wild, thanks largely to widespread ...

German roaches are particularly invasive. They’re small, speedy and multiply quickly. Baiting congested areas is the most effective way to stop a German roach infestation. The fewer corners and ...

After speaking with two roach experts—each with more than 40 years of experience—and testing a host of products, we recommend that you start with some no-cost remedies. And then step up to ...

When Kerry Roach moved from Boston to Vail in 2007 with her husband and one small child and another one on the way, she realized that Vail didn’t have the “it” store for kids. Even though Roach had a ...

A strategy to kill roaches includes deep cleaning, boric acid, caulking entryways and sticky cockroach bait. Leaky pipes and excess water near the kitchen sink will attract moisture-loving roaches.

It's a safe, easy solution for a few pesky roaches. Cockroaches are some of the most stubborn and frustrating pests, and it can be difficult to eradicate them from your home. If you spot one ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am an 84-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with hydrocephalus after an MRI scan. I understand that there isn’t any treatment besides a shunt. Do you have any ...

The average cost for a roach exterminator is $113 to $411.* A single treatment typically costs $196. However, homeowners can pay more than $1,000 to treat a severe infestation. You might be able ...