Bug Identifier
German Cockroach
Community identification

German Cockroach

Blattella germanica

Order & Family
Order Blattodea, Family Ectobiidae
Size
1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 in)
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, primarily kitchens and bathrooms near heat and moisture

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger; eats crumbs, grease, glue, soap, and many household items

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly reproductive; females carry egg cases (oothecae) until just before hatching

Risks & Benefits

Significant indoor pest; can spread pathogens, trigger allergies/asthma, and contaminate food