
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)
Natural Habitat
Indoor environments, specifically warm, humid areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, starch, glue, and even soap or toothpaste.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, fast-moving, and highly reproductive. They prefer narrow cracks and crevices for shelter and aggregate near water sources.
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest. Can contaminate food, spread bacteria, and trigger asthma or allergies through their droppings and shed skins.