Description:
Cockroaches are six-legged, antennate insects, some species with wings, which can be more than 5 cm long.
Behaviour:
Some species of cockroaches are classified as pests because they infest people's homes and workplaces. Oriental, German, American, Brown Banded Cockroaches are the most common cockroach species among the harmful species. Other species are beneficial insects because they recycle decaying organic materials in nature. Species adapted to live indoors spread diseases by spreading the germs they take from all kinds of dirty surfaces on food, utensils and countertops. Cockroaches create an unpleasant odour in their environment.
Prevention:
- The fastest and most effective method of getting rid of cockroaches is to get help from trained specialists.
- The homeowner should fulfil the requirements requested from him in co-operation with the pest control specialist. Places such as broken tiles, wall cracks, etc. where cockroaches can hide should be repaired, no food should be left in the open and general cleaning conditions should be observed.
- Before bringing second-hand goods into the house, they should be examined for cockroaches.
- Pest Control Specialists can leave pheromone traps to detect areas where cockroaches are travelling or hiding. They can apply permanent effective liquid products or bait formulations to hiding areas.
Consult an expert for help.