Cockroach Nymph / Ootheca fragment

Scientific Name: Blattodea (family depends on species)

Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Blattidae or Ectobiidae

Size: Nymphs can range from 1mm up to 20mm depending on stage and species.

Cockroach Nymph / Ootheca fragment

Natural Habitat

Typically found in dark, moist, or warm areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, drains, and crevices.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers feeding on food scraps, glue, paper, and organic decaying matter.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly secretive; they prefer following wall edges and hiding in tight gaps during the day.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risk of spreading bacteria, pathogens, and allergens (triggers asthma). They offer no significant benefit in indoor environments and are considered pests.

Identified on: 12/31/2025