Understanding Cockroaches

Cockroaches are often detested but play a crucial role in the ecosystem. They have unique survival instincts, including great peripheral vision and sensitive hairs for defense. Cockroaches can survive without food for a month and reproduce rapidly, with females mating once but producing multiple broods. Despite their reputation, only a small percentage of the 4,000 species are pests, and they are important recyclers of organic matter.

What is the general perception of cockroaches according to the video?

• They are admired for their beauty.

• They are often disliked and considered pests.

• They are seen as harmless creatures.

• They are considered lucky in some cultures.

How do cockroaches detect food and threats?

• Through their wings.

• By their sense of taste.

• Using their tails.

• With their antennae.

What is the speed of a cockroach when it senses danger?

• 5 inches per second.

• 11 inches per second.

• 20 inches per second.

• 15 inches per second.

What are the basic needs of cockroaches that make them thrive in homes?

• Darkness, silence, and cold.

• Light, air, and space.

• Companionship, exercise, and shelter.

• Food, water, and warmth.

How long can a cockroach survive without food?

• Two months.

• One week.

• One month.

• Two weeks.

What unique behavior do male cockroaches exhibit during mating?

• They secrete a sticky substance.

• They change color to impress females.

• They sing to attract females.

• They build nests for females.

How many broods can a female cockroach produce after mating once?

• Three broods.

• Five broods.

• Seven broods.

• Nine broods.

What is the potential population growth of cockroaches in six months?

• From 1,000 to 20,000.

• From 1,000 to 15,000.

• From 1,000 to 10,000.

• From 1,000 to 5,000.

What percentage of cockroach species are considered pests?

• 5%

• 10%

• 1%

• 20%

What role do cockroaches play in the ecosystem?

• They are primary producers.

• They are important recyclers.

• They are pollinators.

• They are top predators.