American Cockroach Facts and Trivia

The video explores the resilience and adaptability of cockroaches, focusing on the American Cockroach. Despite being a common pest, only 30 out of 3500 species live around humans. The American Cockroach, originally from Africa, has a large genome aiding its survival. It excels in chemoreception, allowing a diverse diet, and possesses genes for detoxification and a strong immune system. Cockroaches can regenerate limbs and survive harsh conditions. Prevention tips include maintaining cleanliness and sealing entry points.

How many species of cockroaches have adapted to live around humans?

• 10

• 30

• 100

• 3500

Where did the American Cockroach originally come from?

• Europe

• America

• Asia

• Africa

What is unique about the American Cockroach's genome?

• It is one of the largest among studied insects.

• It has no olfactory receptors.

• It is the smallest among insects.

• It lacks gustatory receptors.

How many olfactory receptors does the American Cockroach have?

• 354

• 254

• 154

• 54

What unusual items are part of the American Cockroach's diet?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Fresh meat

• Cardboard and book bindings

• Nuts and seeds

What helps the American Cockroach withstand poisonous chemicals?

• Fast running speed

• Strong exoskeleton

• Cytochrome P450 genes

• Ability to fly

How long can cockroaches live without their heads?

• A day

• A month

• A week

• An hour

What can cockroaches regenerate during their molts?

• Entire body

• Internal organs

• Legs and antennae

• Wings

What is a key method to prevent cockroaches from entering homes?

• Leaving food out

• Keeping windows open

• Keeping the house clean and dry

• Using strong perfumes

How can cockroaches enter homes through plumbing?

• They climb up from sewers.

• They dig through walls.

• They fly in through vents.

• They swim through water pipes.