German cockroach

Natural Habitat

Found indoors in human dwellings, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, preferring warm, humid environments close to food and water sources.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers, feeding on a wide variety of food scraps, crumbs, grease, and other organic matter. They can also eat non-food items like soap, glue, or toothpaste.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, active at night when searching for food and water. They are known for rapid reproduction and can quickly infest an area. They prefer living in cracks and crevices.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risks include spreading pathogens (bacteria, viruses, fungi) that can cause food poisoning, dysentery, allergies, and asthma. They are pests but offer no known benefits to humans or the ecosystem in an indoor setting.

Identified on: 10/14/2025