The ability of the cockroach to live in cracks and crevices is enhanced by the possession of
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The dorso-ventrally flattened body of the cockroach enhances its ability to live in cracks and crevices. The flattened body allows the cockroach to easily squeeze through narrow openings and find shelter in tight spaces, making it difficult for predators to catch them. The wings and segmented body are important for their mobility and agility, but do not specifically contribute to their ability to live in crevices. The compound eyes and claws on the leg are adaptations for their feeding and sensory functions, respectively.