
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)
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