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Flying Cockroach Stuns Experts—What Drives This Winged Menace? When you least expect it, a flash of wings: a cockroach takes flight, darting away with surprising speed and agility. But anyone who’s ever been startled by a fast-flying roach knows it’s not just a minor nuisance—it’s a stinging moment that baffles insects enthusiasts, pest control experts, and curious onlookers alike. Why does the flying cockroach remain such a mysterious and alarming pest? What drives its sudden, darting behavior and defies our attempts to understand—and outmaneuver—it? ### Why the Flying Cockroach Fascinates (and Frightens) Experts Flying cockroaches aren’t just fast—they’re built for rapid escape. While most cockroaches crawl, a select few species, especially larger ones like the American and Oriental cockroaches, have developed gliding or powered flight capabilities. This adaptation surprises many because cockroaches are traditionally seen as crawling insects. What drives this winged menace?