
Community identification
Oriental cockroach (likely a nymph)
Blatta orientalis
- Order & Family
- Blattodea; Blattidae
- Size
- Adults are about 18–30 mm long; juveniles are smaller.
Natural Habitat
Often lives in damp, sheltered places such as basements, drains, and spaces under debris; may enter buildings.
Diet & Feeding
An opportunistic scavenger that eats decaying organic matter and assorted food scraps.
Behavior Patterns
Mostly active at night and prefers cool, moist hiding places. Nymphs lack fully developed wings.
Risks & Benefits
Can contaminate food and surfaces and may trigger allergies; it also helps break down organic matter outdoors.