Both roaches, though, are hardy survivors, and their genes hold the keys as to why. In the new study, researcher Sheng Li of South China Normal University and colleagues found that American ...

But juvenile roaches seldom stopped the wasp, Catania's research found. “The wasp," Catania said, "usually figures out there’s a smaller and less defensive cockroach out there to be had." ...

Also known as the water bug, the American cockroach is one of the most common household pests in the United States. If you’re ...

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The American cockroach genome comprises 21,336 protein-coding genes, 95% of which were detected to be expressed; 90% of these genes are inherited in common with other species in this Order, with ...

Genes in the American cockroach's DNA prompt wound healing and tissue regrowth. (In 2016, a study found Madagascar hissing cockroaches can grow bigger testicles when they need them.) ...

Cockroaches have been around for almost 300 million years – surviving the dinosaurs and barely changing shape. The smelly critters have been known to infect our food and are considered ...

The American cockroach has a fascinating genome. Yves Herman/Reuters. For example, cockroaches are known for their ability to find food in even the most difficult environments.

Also identified as the water bug, the American cockroach is one of the most common pests infesting homes in the United States. Reddish-brown in color, this cockroach is large and fast, making it ...

This article was originally published with the title “ Can a Cockroach Live without Its Head? ” in Scientific American Magazine Vol. 297 No. 5 (November 2007), p. 116 doi:10.1038 ...