Cockroach (likely American or German cockroach nymph/fragment)
Scientific Name: Periplaneta americana / Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea, Family: Blattidae / Ectobiidae
Size: Nymphs can range from 3mm to 20mm; adults range from 13mm to 50mm depending on species.
Natural Habitat
Damp, dark, or secluded areas in residential and commercial buildings; often found in kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms near food or water sources.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavengers that feed on crumbs, grease, starch, glue, decaying matter, and general food scraps.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal insects that prefer to hide in cracks and crevices during the day. They exhibit rapid movement and can quickly infest areas with accessible food and moisture.
Risks & Benefits
Risks include contamination of surfaces and food with pathogens (Salmonella, E. coli), triggers for asthma and allergies, and general unsanitary conditions. They provide little benefit in indoor environments but act as decomposers in nature.
Identified on: 1/10/2026