Bug Identifier
Cockroach nymph (likely German cockroach)
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.
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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.