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Cockroaches

Venomous creatures like this snake may make humans quake with fear, but they play important evolutionary roles

What Makes the World’s Deadliest Animals Tick?

A new book gives these toxic but necessary creatures their due.
By John Bonazzo
Cold-resistant cockroaches thrive in New York City's chilly weather. (University of Florida)

New Cold-Proof Cockroaches Chill in New York for Christmas

Scientists have discovered this year's most horrifying surprise — a new breed of cockroaches that don't mind the cold.
By Mimmi Montgomery

Hey! Where Have All the Cockroaches Gone?

On June 10, 1974, a large group of passengers were evacuated from city buses in midtown. They were crawling with
By Choire Sicha

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