Cockroach

Found in warm, dark, and humid environments, often indoors in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and near plumbing.

Omnivorous and opportunistic, consuming human food, garbage, paper, glue, and organic waste.

Nocturnal insects that prefer to hide in cracks and crevices during the day. They reproduce quickly and can withstand harsh conditions.

Risks include acting as vectors for pathogens, triggering allergies and asthma, and contaminating food. Benefits in natural ecosystems include decomposing organic matter.