The German cockroach is considered to be the most resilient and ecologically important insect pest found in homes, apartments, and commercial facilities in the

The essential volume on the biology and behavior of these remarkable insects. “This transformative work will be an inspiration to students of entomology.” �

As a species, the German cockroach is one of the most widespread indoor urban pests worldwide. While numerous products have been developed to control their spre

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The second half of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st century witnessed important changes in ecology, climate and human behaviour that favoured the