German Cockroach
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Blattodea, Blattellidae
Size: 1.1 to 1.6 cm (0.43 to 0.63 in)
Natural Habitat
Primarily indoor human environments such as kitchens, bathrooms, and food processing areas
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, glue, and even soap
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, fast-moving, and highly reproductive; they prefer dark, warm, and moist crevices
Risks & Benefits
Significant urban pest; can spread pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli, and their droppings or shed skin can trigger asthma and allergies
Identified on: 6/28/2026