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https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/new-species-of-cockroach-discovered-in-singapore-named-after-pokemon SINGAPORE - A new cockroach species has been found in a forested nature reserve in Singapore. Named after Pheromosa, a cockroach-like Pokemon that appears in the seventh generation of the video game series, the species was discovered through comparing differences between the male genitalia of specimens with its closest relative from Borneo, among other checks. Entomologist Foo Maosheng, who co-authored the finding, said: “There are some similarities between Pheromosa and the delicate cockroach that we found, such as having a long antenna, wings that mimic a hood and long slender legs. “Both my collaborator and I are Pokemon fans, so we thought, why not name it after a Pokemon inspired by a cockroach.” Entomology is the study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment and other organisms. The discovery of Nocticola pheromosa, published in the Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology on Feb 27, marks the first time a cockroach from the genus Nocticola – which means fond of the night in Latin – has been found here. Mr Foo, a scientific officer at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, said: “There are very few studies done on cockroaches and termites, in part because they are less charismatic than bees, butterflies and beetles.” The cockroach’s identity was a mystery when a few male specimens were collected between 2016 and 2017 in a secondary forest in Bukit Timah Nature Reserve during an insect survey. “There were no formal records of the cockroach in Singapore,” said Mr Foo. “Since its DNA did not match any species recorded online, it does add to the suggestion that this species had not been formally documented.” Help arrived when Mr Cristian C. Lucanas, an entomologist from the UPLB Museum of Natural History in the Philippines and the study’s lead author, came across pictures of the species on The Biodiversity of Singapore website and contacted Mr Foo to help with his quest. Realising that the cockroach had not been scientifically documented before, Mr Lucanas decided to publish the findings after dissecting it. The new species joins 22 others from its genus, which has been found in tropical Africa, India, mainland Asia and South-east Asia as well as Australia. Unlike hardy American cockroaches, which most people tend to associate cockroaches with, Nocticola pheromosa is more delicate as those of its kind tend to live in well-protected ecosystems, said Mr Foo. But not much is known of the Singapore species, including where they came from. Nocticola pheromosa is more delicate as those of its kind tend to live in well-protected ecosystems. Unlike hardy American cockroaches, which most people tend to associate cockroaches with, Nocticola pheromosa is more delicate as those of its kind tend to live in well-protected ecosystems, said Mr Foo. But not much is known of the Singapore species, including where they came from. While some people might be averse to cockroaches, they can play a part in the ecosystem, he said. “A few forest cockroaches are pollinators and a handful do help with nutrient cycling. “Cockroaches do have a role but because of negative connotations and their appearance, they tend to be overlooked even during insect surveys.” Mr Foo’s love for all insects and Pokemon has earned him the moniker of “bug catcher” among his students at NUS and other entomologists. He said: “I’m like one of those bug-type trainers (in Pokemon) as I go to different places to find out more about what insects we have. “This contributes to the museum for research and education and The Biodiversity of Singapore website, which is kind of like our local Pokedex.” The Pheromosa cockroach joins several other creatures named after Pokemon. In 2021, three Australian beetles identified by their fiery colours were named after rare bird Pokemon Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres.

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Recently I open my house rubbish chute, saw cockroaches and of freaked me out. Last night saw three baby lizards in my house. Go downstairs smoking, saw mother n baby rats scrumpling at the rubbish chute area. I want to do things myself. Intent to buy ten cans of insecticide spray. I want to dump the spray cans into the chute and into the hidden drains, to kill the cockroaches n rats! The lizard in house I can easily spray the whole house before I leave for work and let the poison soaked the entire house. Is there a method to permently trigger the spray nozzle? I want acitvate the nozzle and dump the spray can into the chute to kill the cockroach and rats! Masking tape, might not be stomg enough when I throw the can from my 5th floor rubbish chute. Any gadgets that allows the spray to continue until it's empty? Thanks.

Many years ago I put pandan leaves in the car and boot. And only a few years ago that I came to know that's a bad move because friends said that although fresh pandan leaves deter cockroaches but once they dried up they attract cockroaches as they become food for the cockroaches. Then I used those cockroach poison food baits but after some time I stopped because I didn't know whether the cockroaches went to die inside my car. And then I used those cockroach sticky trap boxes in which when cockroaches went in for the bait in the centre of the box they got kena glued and immobilised and so left to die. But is there something that can deter or disuade cockroaches from entering car in the first place? Something with such power such that cockroaches will always avode the car?

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http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/singaporeseen/this-urban-jungle/man-makes-not-1-but-2-horrific-finds-in-herbal-drink-he-purchased-from-tampines A man made two horrific finds in the herbal tea he purchased from a shop in Tampines. The 31-year-old bank staff, Xu, purchased the tea from a Chinese herbal shop in Tampines for $1.20. At 4pm the same day, he opened the bottle to drink the tea. Upon drinking two sips, he realised the taste of the tea was weird compared to how it usually tastes. He then saw a cockroach in the tea. There were roughly twenty cockroach eggs floating at the top of the liquid as well, reports Lianhe Wanbao. But his nightmare did not end there. The man reportedly vomited five times in a row after drinking the tea. He also drank 4 litres of water to cleanse his stomach. PLEASE OPEN UP YOUR DRINKS TO CHECK FIRST!

From Yahoo : US man dies minutes after winning cockroach-eating contest London, Oct 9 (ANI): A man from Florida, who won a cockroach-eating contest, died moments after he downed off more live bugs than around 30 other contestants. Edward Archbold, 32, became unwell shortly after the contest ended and he collapsed in front of the venue, the Ben Siegel Reptile Store in Deerfield Beach, Florida, the Mirror reported. According to the police, none of the other contestants became ill. Archbold was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Currently, authorities are waiting for port-mortem results to determine the cause of death. "We feel terribly awful," store owner Ben Siegel, who added that Archbold did not appear to be sick before the contest, said. "He looked like he just wanted to show off and was very nice," he said, adding that Archbold was "the life of the party." A statement from Siegel's lawyer said that all the contestants signed waivers "accepting responsibility for their participation in this unique and unorthodox contest." (ANI) link: http://sg.news.yahoo.com/us-man-dies-minut...-075344171.html He signed his own death warrant ....

Anyone has experience in dealing with cockroaches in your car? My car is often parked behind a coffeeshop near my flat, and I think somehow the cockroaches found a way to make my car their home. Temporary or permanent home, i dun know. Saw them twice already but couldn't kill them while i was driving. By the time i stop the car, they've disappeared. Is the cockroach bait (see pic) good for car usage?

I saw a big cockroach at the nack seat of my car today and when I wanted to catch it, it escaped by squeezing into the small gaps between the back rest and the seat... Anyone knows what to do? I am worried if it died inside, my car will smell and ants will be attracted.. worse still, if it come out suddenly when my wife driving, she sure berserk and it is damn dangerous on e road.... i jus bought a cockroach trap with glue n left it in e car.. any alternatives?

walau eh.. damn suay la.. parked at the rubbish chute below my gf place to wait for her. den got down for 5 mins take a puff(dun like smking in d car) den aft that saw 1 ka-chua scared got more.. any bros or sis can help me? tot of baygone the car and vacuum it in the morning. any help will be grateful. thanx in advance

Help!!!! I have killed 2 cockroaches in my car in the last few weeks. I'm getting a little scared that there are many more of them and they are having an orgy right now as I type! Anyone has a similar problem before? Can share how to rid these roaches from the car??

We used to see those shop that sell those prank toys, little magic trick stuff, but it is getting very hard to find now. I intend to get a fake cockroach, for obvious reasons, wonder anyone here happened to still remember where I can find 1 that look really real. Been to Bugis, parkway without luck.

Hello fellow bros, whenever i switch on my air-con for few seconds waves of foul smell start to fill my car . But as time goes the foul smell stopped. (smell of sweat , acidic smell) I tried to use heavy car perfume to cover up and ioniser but it doesn't help since it blow out frm the aircon. Care to share if u experience similar ordeal n ways to get rid of it? thks lot...

I planted a trap from Japan a week before CNY right under my seat. Now there are 3 roaches trapped in the sticky mat. If your passengers hate the smell of pandan leaves, these traps are for you. You can get them at Daiso for $2 for a box of 4 or 5. Just follow the instructions. I will see if I can get a photo of the trapped critters up. I will show you what I intend to deal with them too

why this little small cockroaches end up in ur car...even if it's a new car?? juz found 1 juz now after owning the car for almost 3mths! wonder what could be the cause? parking place or food or something else??

After trying many ways to fight against cockroach , I find this most convenient and like to share with all of you. I bought a box of paper box trap call " Trap a roach ". Available in most supermarket. Each box consist of 5 paper box trap. Cost i think is about $5. The sticky inner surface of the box will trap any roach which enter the box. Baits place in the box or trapped roach will attract more roach. Clean and easy to depose of the box . I setup the trap and place it under my car seat. Within a week trap a few roach and also baby roach. Place the trap in my house , it trap lizard............