American Cockroach

Damp, dark, and warm areas such as sewers, basements, and steam tunnels.

Omnivorous and opportunistic scavenger, eating decaying organic matter, starchy items, book bindings, and household food scraps.

Mainly nocturnal, highly active at night, and spends the day hiding in cracks or crevices. They are fast runners and can fly short distances.

Potential household pest that can spread bacteria (like Salmonella) and allergens. In the ecosystem, they act as decomposers by recycling nutrients.