
Community identification
German Cockroach (Nymph)
Blattella germanica
- Order & Family
- Order Blattodea, Family Ectobiidae
- Size
- 3 mm to 15 mm (nymph to adult transition)
Natural Habitat
Primarily indoor environments, preferring warm, humid areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger that feeds on food scraps, glue, soap, and decaying organic matter.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and highly gregarious; nymphs undergo several molts before reaching maturity. They are fast runners and tend to hide in narrow cracks and crevices during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest. Can trigger asthma/allergies and spread pathogens by contaminating food surfaces. They offer little to no ecosystem benefit within human dwellings.