German Cockroach

Natural Habitat

Primarily indoor human environments, especially kitchens and bathrooms near heat, moisture, and food sources.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, starch, glue, and even soap or toothpaste.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly gregarious; they reproduce rapidly, with females carrying egg cases (oothecae) until shortly before hatching.

Risks & Benefits

Significant pest; can trigger asthma and allergies, and spread various pathogenic bacteria (such as Salmonella and E. coli) through contamination of food and surfaces.

Identified on: 6/12/2026