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Cockroaches are resilient, nocturnal insects belonging to the order Blattodea, known for their adaptability and survival skills. With flat, oval bodies and long, flexible antennae, they are typically brown or black and range in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters. Cockroaches thrive in warm, dark, and moist environments, often hiding in cracks, crevices, kitchens, bathrooms, and sewers. They are omnivores, feeding on a wide variety of organic matter, including food scraps, paper, and even decaying substances. Their presence is often considered a sign of poor sanitation, though they can infiltrate even the cleanest homes through small openings and drains.

Despite being viewed as pests, cockroaches play a role in the ecosystem by helping decompose organic waste. However, they are also carriers of harmful bacteria and pathogens, which can lead to food poisoning, allergies, and respiratory issues in humans. Species like the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) and American cockroach (Periplaneta americana) are particularly common in human habitats and are notoriously hard to eliminate due to their fast reproduction rates and resistance to many pesticides. Their ability to survive extreme conditions—including radiation, dehydration, and scarce food—makes them one of the most enduring insect species on Earth.