
Community identification
Cockroach nymph (likely German cockroach)
Blattella germanica
- Order & Family
- Blattodea, Blattellidae
- Size
- Nymphs are about 2–12 mm long; adults reach 13–16 mm.
Natural Habitat
Warm, humid indoor areas, especially kitchens, bathrooms, wall voids, and near plumbing or appliances.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavengers feeding on food crumbs, grease, starches, organic debris, and occasionally glue or household materials.
Behavior Patterns
Mostly nocturnal, fast-running, and secretive; they hide in cracks by day and reproduce rapidly, with egg cases carried by females until hatching.
Risks & Benefits
They can contaminate food and surfaces and spread allergens associated with asthma and dermatitis. They provide little household benefit, though cockroaches generally recycle organic matter outdoors.