Who are the cockroach ?

In the dark corners of our kitchens, the obscure recesses of our bathrooms and even the most unsuspecting spaces in our homes, two unappreciated insects sneak up on us : the cockroach. These little insects have been part of our daily lives for thousands of years and, unfortunately, they've earned themselves an unenviable reputation as fearsome pests.

The cockroach both belong to the order Blattoptera, and their appearance is often a source of confusion. The cockroach has an oval, flattened body, while the cockroach has a more elongated silhouette. Both insects have six legs, sensitive antennae and great agility, enabling them to squeeze into the tightest spaces.

Cockroaches are nocturnal creatures that prefer darkness to light. They come out of their hiding places at night in search of food. Unfortunately for us, this food can be anything lying around our homes, from food crumbs to rubbish residues. They are also attracted to dampness, which explains why they are often found in damp areas of our homes.

However, despite their negative image, cockroaches play an essential role in the ecosystem. In nature, they help to decompose dead organic matter, contributing to the cycle of life. What's more, some species of cockroach are used in laboratories for scientific research.

How do you combat cockroaches ?

These insects don't just nibble away at our food supplies, they can also carry diseases and bacteria that are dangerous to humans. Their presence in our kitchens and bathrooms can be a source of food contamination and respiratory allergies. What's more, cockroaches and cockroaches are notoriously hardy, making them particularly difficult to get rid of.

To get rid of these unwanted invaders, it's essential to maintain good hygiene in our homes by keeping surfaces clean and eliminating sources of food and water that could attract them. If an infestation is already present, Penn'Ty Bio has a range of products to help you combat cockroaches and cockroaches: traps, insecticides, repellents, etc. If the invasion is serious, we recommend that you call in pest control professionals for complete and effective eradication.

In addition to treatment, don't forget these 3 major points :

1 - Reduce access to water
- Repair leaky taps and pipes
- Provide good ventilation
- Close toilet bowls
- Keep water away from pets at night
- Do not leave glasses or bottles lying around

2 - Eliminate food sources
- Keep food away from pets at night
- Dispose of your kitchen waste in plastic bags, placed in hermetically sealed bins
- Store your food in hermetically sealed tins
- Don't leave crumbs or dirty dishes lying around
- Clean your kitchen regularly, especially where grease accumulates.

3 - Reduce their shelter
- Install a small metal filter in any air vent or inlet
- Seal any cracks or fissures in wall corners

Why use natural insecticides ?

Getting rid of cockroaches is one thing, but wouldn't it be even better if you could also protect your health and the environment ? Did you know that certain particles of conventional insecticides remain in your treated rooms for several months ? Fumigants are the worst because the particles fall back onto all the objects, textiles and surfaces in the room. Unless you wash each item thoroughly, you'll inevitably end up with chemical substances. Opting for natural insecticides will not only get rid of cockroaches, but also, thanks to the composition of our products and their low residual effect, allow you to continue living in a healthy environment.

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