German Cockroach
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Ectobiidae
Size: 1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 in)
Natural Habitat
Indoors, primarily in warm, humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, glue, and soap
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, high reproductive rate, and tends to live in large groups
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest; can spread pathogens and trigger asthma or allergies
Identified on: 2/18/2026