Pest ControlQuestion 216 of 319
While restocking under a prep table you turn on the light and see a single cockroach scurry into a crack. Why is this finding concerning even though you only saw one?
a.The single insect proves the kitchen has no breeding site
b.It is not concerning unless three are seen at once
c.Cockroaches are usually solitary, so one means one
d.Cockroaches are nocturnal and hide; seeing one during activity typically indicates a much larger hidden population
Explanation
Cockroaches are nocturnal and avoid light, so they normally stay hidden in cracks, voids, and warm equipment. Seeing even one during normal operations usually means a much larger established population is harboring nearby. Treat any sighting as a sign of infestation, not an isolated case.
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