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The antennal grooming behavior in Blattella germanica (L.), involves the coordinated use of the foreleg tibia and tarsus, and the mouthparts. The foreleg opposite the antenna is used to bend the flagellum to the mouthparts, after which it is pulled through the labium and maxillum by the resilience o...

Household and structural insect pests will continue and increase in their importance as the world population becomes more urbanized. The discipline of urban entomology will continue to serve society through teaching, research, and public service programs, but future contributions will be linked to a...

In a field population (RHA, Roanoke VA, USA) of Blattella germanica a decline in the efficacy of hydramethlynon has been documented for eight years. In 1987 >85% reduction of apartment infestations was achieved 4 wk after application, in 1990 reduction declined to 73%, and in 1995 reduction declined...