
Community identification
Cockroach nymph
Likely German cockroach (*Blattella germanica*)
- Order & Family
- Blattodea, Ectobiidae
- Size
- The pictured insect appears only a few millimeters long; German cockroach nymphs grow to about 2–13 mm.
Natural Habitat
Usually indoors in warm, humid places such as kitchens and bathrooms, hiding in cracks near food and water.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger that eats crumbs, grease, sweets, and many other household organic materials.
Behavior Patterns
Nymphs are wingless and resemble small adults; they hide by day and are mainly active at night. Identification is uncertain from this small image.
Risks & Benefits
Infestations can contaminate food and trigger allergies or asthma; cockroaches may also spread microbes mechanically. They offer no meaningful household benefit.