
Community identification
Small cockroach (likely a German cockroach)
Blattella germanica
- Order & Family
- Blattodea, Ectobiidae
- Size
- Adults are about 1.3–1.6 cm long.
Natural Habitat
Indoors, especially warm, humid kitchens and bathrooms near food, water, and hiding places.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats crumbs, grease, and many household organic materials.
Behavior Patterns
Mostly nocturnal and hides in cracks; reproduces rapidly, with females carrying an egg case. The photo is not detailed enough for certain species identification.
Risks & Benefits
Can contaminate food and trigger allergies or asthma; offers no meaningful household benefit.