Cockroaches are one of those pests out there that people associate with having a dirty home. However, seeing one doesn’t always mean your home isn’t an indicator that your home is un-kept, they are just a hardy pest.
And cockroaches are definitely one of those pests that just make you want to climb up the nearest tall object whenever you see one scurry across the floor. They don’t have very many redeeming qualities.
But on top of all of the creepy qualities that they have, could potentially taking a bite out of you be one of them? We are here to answer the question of whether or not cockroaches bite so that you know whether or not you should be a little warier of these pests in your home.
Do Cockroaches Bite?
Whether or not pest bites is a very common question that we get around here. And for good reason. No one wants to be bitten by a pest in their home. And some of those bites can carry diseases as well, and we know you do your best to keep yourself and your family safe.
So, the quick answer to whether a cockroach can bite is YES they are able to bite us. However, unlike certain pests like mosquitos and fleas, they don’t need blood to survive.
Even though they are unable to bite, their bites are uncommon. They are going to bite when their food source is limited. So, this usually means there is an infestation of cockroaches because there are too many of them around and not enough food for all of them to eat.
Where Do Cockroaches Bite You?
There are specific places that cockroaches are known to bite humans if they do. They won’t just bite anywhere. They tend to bite places on your body that have food residue on them. This includes your hands, mouth, face, and fingers.
Once they bite you, the bite can look very similar to a bed-bug bite and that can make it hard to tell which one it is. However, it can be very helpful if you see the culprit scurrying away. But, due to the fact that roaches are nocturnal, that can make it a little bit harder.
One thing that can help you tell the two bites apart is that bed bug bites tend to be in groups and cockroach bites tend to happen in a single bite. They are a bit bigger and a little bit redder as well.
And those bites are also powerful. Even though they aren’t the largest pest, they do pack a powerful bite! Their bite force is 50 times more powerful than their body weight. And actually 5 times more powerful than a human bite! You might not feel it right away, but afterward, you can feel a pretty painful sensation depending on your tolerance.
Do Cockroach Bites Carry Diseases?
Unlike certain pests, cockroaches don’t actually transmit diseases through their bites, so you don’t have to worry about that aspect. However, they spread plenty of germs and diseases without biting.
They can carry bacteria around that can cause salmonella, staphylococcus, and streptococcus. They are also known to play a role in carriers of intestinal diseases as well.
The bottom line is that even though their bites may not transmit disease, these are definitely a pest you don’t want around your home.
How To Get Rid of Cockroaches
If you see one cockroach in your home, there are more somewhere. They don’t travel alone. If you see one out, it means that they are desperate for food or space, which means that an infestation has caused that availability. And that isn’t good.
And if you are one of the unlucky ones who have received a cockroach bite, then you definitely have an infestation and need that handled quickly. Roaches can withstand a lot, and you will need some help from a pest control expert.
The key is to find the colony’s core and eliminate it. Then you will need to remove all food sources, seal any gaps, prevent reentry, set traps, and utilize specialized chemical treatments to ensure that your cockroach problem is properly handled.
Call us for Help
So, cockroaches DO bite. It turns out that they may be worse than you thought after all. That makes it even more important to handle a cockroach problem as soon as you notice it.
No one wants a disease-carrying pest in their home, so if you see a single roach in your house it is time to give Kapture a call. We can get those roaches out of your home in no time.
And if you have any pest questions in the meantime, don’t hesitate to give us a call, we always offer free phone consultations.
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