Cockroach Facts - Version 1.1 The cockroach facts are: Cockroaches have been around since the time of the dinosaurs. As a matter of fact, these insects are incredibly hardy. They generally prefer warm, dark, damp environments. Needless to say, it is incredibly important that action be taken immediately to rid your home of cockroaches the first instance you see them. The reason why is because some female cockroaches can remain pregnant forever and produce up to 150 offspring per year. Other cockroach facts are that many cockroaches will crawl around in very filthy and disgusting areas. If they then walk around parts of your house were you typically prepare food, or otherwise engage in everyday activity, there is a reasonable chance that you may become infected with bacteria or other diseases that the cockroaches carry around with them. Some children are even reported to have acute asthma symptoms as a result of cockroaches being present in the home.