German Cockroach

Natural Habitat

Primarily indoor human-occupied structures, especially in warm, humid areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger; eats almost anything including crumbs, grease, soap, glue, and toothpaste.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly reproductive; females carry ootheca (egg cases) until they are ready to hatch. They are known for hiding in narrow cracks and crevices.

Risks & Benefits

Significant household pest that can spread bacteria (like Salmonella and E. coli), trigger allergies or asthma, and contaminate food. They offer no notable benefits in an indoor ecosystem.

Identified on: 6/17/2026