Bug Identifier
Smokybrown Cockroach nymph
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).
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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.