German cockroach
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order Blattodea, Family Ectobiidae
Size: 1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 in)
Natural Habitat
Primarily indoor human environments like kitchens and bathrooms
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger that prefers starches, sweets, grease, and meat products
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, fast-running, and highly reproductive; they tend to congregate in cracks and crevices
Risks & Benefits
Significant pest; can spread pathogens and allergens, contaminating food and triggering asthma
Identified on: 6/13/2026