Introduction: Cockroaches are one of the most common and reviled pests in South Africa, especially in urban areas like Gauteng. The two species that cause the most problems are the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) and the American cockroach (Periplaneta americana). These resilient insects thrive in warm, humid environments and are notorious for contaminating food, spreading […]
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Introduction: Black rats (Rattus rattus), also known as roof rats, are a common problem for both urban and semi-rural residents in Gauteng. These large rats typically invade homes by nesting in roofs and gaining access to food storage areas. Not only do they pose serious health risks by spreading diseases, but they can also cause […]