German Cockroach Nymph
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Ectobiidae
Size: 3 mm to 13 mm as nymphs; up to 16 mm as adults

Natural Habitat
Warm, humid indoor environments, frequently found in kitchens, bathrooms, and near heat-generating appliances.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, glue, leather, and organic matter.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, fast-moving, and highly prolific; they hide in narrow cracks and crevices during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest; they can contaminate food, trigger asthma and allergies, and spread various pathogenic bacteria. They offer no benefits to humans in domestic settings.
Identified on: 2/7/2026