Bug Identifier
German Cockroach
Community identification

German Cockroach

Blattella germanica

Order & Family
Order: Blattodea, Family: Ectobiidae
Size
1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 in)
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, particularly kitchens, bathrooms, and areas with moisture and warmth

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, starch, glue, and organic matter

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, fast-moving, and highly reproductive; nymphs (seen in the image) go through several instars before adulthood

Risks & Benefits

High risk; can spread pathogens (Salmonella, E. coli), trigger allergies/asthma, and indicate an infestation