Bug Identifier
Brown-banded cockroach (likely)
Community identification

Brown-banded cockroach (likely)

Supella longipalpa

Order & Family
Blattodea, Ectobiidae
Size
Adults are about 10–14 mm (0.4–0.55 in) long; nymphs are smaller and wingless.
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Natural Habitat

Warm, dry indoor areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, furniture, wall voids, and appliances; unlike many cockroaches, it is not strongly tied to dampness.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers consuming crumbs, starches, grease, pet food, dead insects, and occasionally paper or glue.

Behavior Patterns

Primarily nocturnal and fast-moving, hiding in cracks during the day. Females attach egg cases to sheltered surfaces; populations can spread through furniture, appliances, and stored items.

Risks & Benefits

Can contaminate food and surfaces and may contribute to allergy or asthma symptoms. It has no meaningful household benefit, though it participates in natural decomposition outdoors.