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, 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.