Bug Identifier
Small cockroach nymph (likely German cockroach)
Community identification

Small cockroach nymph (likely German cockroach)

Blattella germanica

Order & Family
Blattodea, Ectobiidae
Size
Nymphs range from about 3 mm to 13 mm; adults are roughly 13–16 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

Warm, humid indoor areas, especially kitchens, bathrooms, wall voids, and around plumbing or appliances.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers that eat food scraps, grease, starches, paper, glue, and other organic material.

Behavior Patterns

Mostly nocturnal, fast-running, and concealed during daylight. Females carry egg cases, and nymphs molt through several wingless stages before adulthood.

Risks & Benefits

Can contaminate food and surfaces and spread allergens associated with asthma and dermatitis. They provide little household benefit, though they recycle organic matter outdoors.