German Cockroach
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Ectobiidae
Size: 1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 inches)
Natural Habitat
Indoor environments primarily in kitchens and bathrooms near heat and moisture
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats starch, grease, sugar, meat, and even glue or toothpaste
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and highly gregarious; rapid reproduction with females carrying egg cases (oothecae) until hatch
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest; spreads pathogens, contaminates food, and can trigger asthma or allergies
Identified on: 2/10/2026