
Community identification
Smokybrown Cockroach nymph
Periplaneta fuliginosa
- Order & Family
- Blattodea, Blattidae
- Size
- Nymphs start very small; adults reach 1.25 to 1.5 inches (32 to 38 mm).
Natural Habitat
Typically found outdoors in warm, humid areas such as leaf litter, mulch, tree holes, and crawl spaces; they often enter buildings to seek moisture.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavengers that feed on organic decaying matter, plant material, and starches.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and highly moisture-dependent; nymphs are often distinguished by white bands on their antennae and bodies, which they lose as they mature.
Risks & Benefits
Potential household pest that can contaminate food and spread bacteria; their droppings and cast skins can trigger allergies or asthma in humans.