Bug Identifier
German Cockroach (Nymph)
Community identification

German Cockroach (Nymph)

Blattella germanica

Order & Family
Order: Blattodea; Family: Ectobiidae
Size
3 to 15 mm (nymphs), up to 16 mm (adults)
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, specifically warm, humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous scavenger; eats food scraps, grease, starches, and organic matter including glue and leather

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and highly reproductive; nymphs undergo several molts before reaching maturity and typically hide in tight crevices

Risks & Benefits

Major domestic pest; can carry pathogens, contaminate food, and trigger asthma or allergies in humans