Bug Identifier
Oriental cockroach (likely a nymph)
Community identification

Oriental cockroach (likely a nymph)

Blatta orientalis

Order & Family
Blattodea; Blattidae
Size
Adults are about 18–30 mm long; juveniles are smaller.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

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.