
Community identification
Likely brown-banded cockroach nymph
Supella longipalpa
- Order & Family
- Blattodea; Ectobiidae
- Size
- Nymphs are a few millimeters to about 10 mm long; adults reach roughly 10–14 mm.
Natural Habitat
Indoors, especially warm, dry areas such as cabinets, furniture, and appliances.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger, feeding on crumbs, food residues, paper, and other organic matter.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and quick-moving; nymphs are wingless and develop through several molts. Brown-banded cockroaches often hide above floor level.
Risks & Benefits
Can contaminate food and surfaces and may worsen allergies or asthma; offers no meaningful household benefit.