The Bugs of Fallout - Wasteland Entomology: Radroaches

Radroaches are a common pest in the Fallout universe, just like their real world counterparts. Join me for some creepy facts about the humble cockroach, some details about the radroaches in game and why they are not as common in the Mojave as they are in other parts of the wasteland.
Here's an article about how a cockroach really can survive without a head for a week or so: www.sciencefoc...
To learn the nitty gritty of parthenogenesis, here's the wikipedia article that explains this ability in great detail. It's fascinating, and it is being discovered in more and more species, including the komodo dragon and hammerhead sharks. Read all about it here: en.wikipedia.o...
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American Cockroach
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