Solving the 250-year-old mystery of the origin and ... - PNAS

Here are a few options for a social media post about the German cockroach ( Blattella germanica ), ranging from educational to pest control-focused. Option 1: The "Did You Know?" (Educational)

The German cockroach ( Blattella germanica ) is a "domestic" species, meaning it lives almost exclusively indoors with humans. Because they reproduce incredibly fast—a single female can carry up to 50 eggs at a time—seeing one usually means there are dozens more hiding nearby. Clean up crumbs and sticky spills immediately. Fix leaky pipes and eliminate standing water. Seal entry points and clear drains of food debris.