Bug Identifier
Cockroach nymph
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.
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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.