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Is Killing Cockroaches a Sin?

on July 28, 2012

The Bible and other spiritual text do not mention specifically the killing of cockroaches or other insects as a sin, so there is no hard and definite answer to that question. Most people would probably not consider killing a cockroach a sin, but it is up to each individual to make that determination for himself, following his own conscience and taking into account the guidelines set forth by his preferred [...] Read more »

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How Long Does It Take for a Cockroach to Starve?

on July 28, 2012

A cockroach can usually live for about 7 to 10 days without water, and can go for at least 30 days with no food before it starves. It is almost impossible for cockroach to starve to death in the wild unless it is enclosed or trapped, because of its uncanny ability to eat almost anything as a food source. If no natural food sources are available, a cockroach will eat [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Immortal?

on July 28, 2012

There are rumors about cockroaches being immortal, and immune to the effects of radiation. There is a popular myth that cockroaches would be the only surviving animal in the event of a nuclear holocaust. The truth is that although cockroaches are very hardy animals, they’re hardly immortal. They can survive in almost any environment because of their ability to eat almost any organic substance for food. They are omnivores and [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Edible and Healthy to Eat?

on July 28, 2012

Yes, cockroaches are edible and healthy to eat provided that they are cooked properly to ensure that bacteria present on the body is killed prior to eating. You probably consider eating a cockroach disgusting, as in Western society we do not value insects as a food source. But in many cultures, especially Asian cultures, insects including cockroaches are commonly included in the diet. Here in Thailand, insects are served in [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Dangerous to Cats and Dogs?

on July 28, 2012

Generally, cockroaches are not a threat to dogs and cats and they will avoid them in most circumstances just like they avoid humans. Cockroaches view cats and dogs as a threat to their existence that are better off avoided, so they usually run and hide when they detect the movement of one these animals. In extreme circumstances where there is a large infestation of cockroaches, however, it is not unknown [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Cannibals?

on July 28, 2012

In order to survive, cockroaches must be very opportunistic in regards to their food choices, and will eat just about anything. They are omnivores, eating both plants and animals and will in fact eat any organic compound including paper, carpet, furniture upholstery, etc. This means that yes, cockroaches can be cannibalistic also. They will consume other cockroaches if the opportunity arises, and consider one of their own kind nothing more [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Blind?

on July 28, 2012

No, cockroaches are not blind, and in fact have a pair of compound eyes which do not provide sharp vision like human eyes, but are very good at detecting the movement of objects in their field of vision. Their eyes are also well equipped to operate efficiently in dim or very little light, which comes in handy for them since they are essentially nocturnal creatures. In addition to their eyes, [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Born Pregnant?

on July 28, 2012

No, cockroaches are not born pregnant. It takes about one year for a baby cockroach, called a nymph, to develop into an adult and become capable of reproducing. Cockroaches don’t become pregnant, but rather they lay eggs in sacks of about 40 eggs each, and after about six weeks those eggs hatch into cockroach nymphs. When the cockroach becomes an adult after about one year, it may lay several egg [...] Read more »

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Use Bpa Free Cookware and Plastic Food Storage Containers

on July 28, 2012

In recent years, there’s been a push to have plastic bottle manufacturers move away from the use of BPA in its manufacturing process. This is due to BPA health concerns that have arisen as more scientific studies have shown that there is indeed a link between ingestion of BPA and health problems. What is BPA and why should I be concerned about it? BPA is a chemical additive used in [...] Read more »

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Are Cockroaches Asexual?

on July 23, 2012

No, cockroaches are not asexual, and require a mate to reproduce. Females lay up to 40 eggs at a time in a small case, called an ootheca, which looks like a purse shaped like a bean, and an adult female cockroach can lay eggs up to four times per year. Take a look at the illustration to see what the ootheca looks like. Most species of cockroach deposit the egg [...] Read more »

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