Bug Identifier
Cockroach nymph (likely brown-banded cockroach)
Community identification

Cockroach nymph (likely brown-banded cockroach)

Supella longipalpa

Order & Family
Blattodea; Ectobiidae
Size
Nymphs are roughly 3–10 mm; adults reach about 10–14 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Warm, dry indoor areas such as furniture, cabinets, wall voids, and appliances; unlike many cockroaches, it does not require high humidity.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers that feed on crumbs, grease, starches, book bindings, dead insects, and other organic material.

Behavior Patterns

Mostly nocturnal, secretive, and fast-moving. Females attach egg cases to sheltered surfaces; several nymphal molts precede adulthood.

Risks & Benefits

Can contaminate food and surfaces and spread allergens associated with asthma and dermatitis. It provides minor scavenging value but is generally considered a household pest.