Why are cockroaches so hard to kill?

The results do more than explain why cockroaches are so hard to kill. By mimicking the combination of rigid and flexible parts that gives insect exoskeletons and wings their resilience, biomechanicists are making robots tougher. read more

Cockroaches: disgusting to most people, fascinating to scientists—at least those interested in the creature’s durability. For a new study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, University of California, Berkeley researchers set out to learn exactly what allows cockroaches to navigate cracks and crevices that are a fraction of their height. read more

Roaches may be hard to kill, but there's an easy way to help keep them clear of your kitchen — Cleanliness! A roach won't just survive in unsanitary conditions but actually enjoys it. Its heightened senses mean it actually relishes rotting food. So, store food in airtight containers, cover trash bins, and keep your basement dry. read more

This is why cockroaches are so hard to kill. Twinkies are said to be able to survive nuclear holocaust, but new science shows why cockroaches are just as hard to get rid of. read more