Cockroach (likely German or American Cockroach based on appearance and common indoor presence)

Natural Habitat

Primarily indoor pests, found in warm, humid, and dark environments such as kitchens, bathrooms, basements, drains, and wall voids. They thrive in areas with available food and water sources.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers. They eat almost anything, including human food scraps, decaying organic matter, glue, paper, fabric, and even other insects.

Behavior Patterns

Cockroaches are primarily nocturnal, hiding in cracks and crevices during the day and emerging at night to forage for food. They are social insects but do not form colonies in the same way as ants or bees. They are known for their rapid reproduction rates. They can run very quickly and are agile, making them difficult to catch. They are known to be resilient and can survive for a period without their heads.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Cockroaches can carry and spread various pathogens, including bacteria (like Salmonella and E. coli), viruses, and parasitic worms, contributing to food poisoning and other diseases. Their droppings and shed skins can trigger allergies and asthma attacks, especially in children. They can contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored food. Benefits: In natural environments, some species play a role in decomposition, but for common pest species, benefits are negligible.

Identified on: 9/2/2025