Bug Identifier
American Cockroach nymph
Community identification

American Cockroach nymph

Periplaneta americana

Order & Family
Order Blattodea, Family Blattidae
Size
0.5 to 2 inches depending on life stage
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Natural Habitat

Warm, dark, and humid environments such as basements, crawl spaces, and near plumbing.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers feeding on decaying organic matter, food scraps, paper, and starches.

Behavior Patterns

Nymphs are wingless, highly agile, and primarily nocturnal, hiding in cracks and crevices during daylight.

Risks & Benefits

They transmit pathogens, contaminate food, and trigger asthma and allergic reactions in humans.