Bug Identifier
Brown-banded cockroach nymph
Community identification

Brown-banded cockroach nymph

Supella longipalpa

Order & Family
Blattodea; Ectobiidae
Size
Adults are about 10–14 mm long; nymphs are smaller and wingless.
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Natural Habitat

Warm, dry indoor areas such as walls, ceilings, cabinets, and furniture; unlike many cockroaches, it does not require high humidity.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavengers feeding on crumbs, starches, grease, dead insects, glue, and other organic debris.

Behavior Patterns

Primarily nocturnal and fast-moving, hiding in cracks by day. Females attach egg cases to sheltered surfaces; infestations can spread through furniture and electronics.

Risks & Benefits

Can contaminate food and surfaces and may contribute to allergy or asthma symptoms. It has little meaningful ecosystem benefit indoors.