Cockroach nymph (remains)
Scientific Name: Blattodea
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Varies by species (often Blattellidae or Blattidae)
Size: Nymphs can range from 2mm to 20mm depending on developmental stage and species.
Natural Habitat
Typically found in dark, moist, and secluded areas such as behind appliances, in cabinets, or under floorboards; common in urban and domestic environments.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavengers that feed on organic matter, crumbs, grease, starchy materials, and decaying debris.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and highly adaptable; they undergo incomplete metamorphosis, shedding their exoskeletons (molting) as they grow into adults.
Risks & Benefits
Potential risks include the spread of bacteria (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli), contamination of food sources, and triggering of asthma or allergies in humans. They serve as a food source for some predators and help recycle nutrients in the wild.
Identified on: 6/22/2026