Interesting Facts About Cockroaches
WouterThe cockroach is a common pest that can invade your home. You may be tempted to kill them and avoid letting them live in your house, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Cockroaches serve an important purpose: they help keep our environment clean by eating our trash. They also contribute to the nitrogen cycle, which is essential for growing plants. Despite their common bad reputation, cockroaches can serve a very useful purpose in our home.
One interesting fact about cockroaches is that they are extremely athletic creatures. Cockroaches have exoskeletons that are made of tubes and plates that are connected in such a way that they can run. In addition, this exoskeleton allows them to balance themselves. A video showing a cockroach running on a mini-treadmill shows that they are incredibly stable. They can even right themselves using their wings.
Another interesting fact about cockroaches is that they are part of an intricate ecosystem. Their droppings are full of nutrients that return to the soil. This is why farmers often leave bowls of water out, with dead insects, for cockroaches to feed on. These animals then eat the dead insects and excrete the waste back into the water. This cycle continues until the nutrients are in a form that plants can absorb.
In China, cockroaches are harvested for their medicinal properties. The powder from these insects is used in creams and facial masks. They are used as an alternative medicine for various health problems, including stomach problems.
