
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.
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.