Smokybrown Cockroach Nymph

Natural Habitat

Typically found in warm, humid outdoors such as tree holes, mulch, and greenhouses, but commonly enters homes through drains and cracks.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger that feeds on decaying organic matter, plant material, starchy items, and leftover human food.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly moisture-dependent; nymphs are often characterized by a white band behind the head which disappears as they mature.

Risks & Benefits

Risk of mechanical transmission of pathogens and allergens; they are considered household pests. They benefit the ecosystem as decomposers of organic waste.

Identified on: 2/9/2026