German Cockroach (Nymph)
Scientific Name: Blattella germanica
Order & Family: Order: Blattodea; Family: Ectobiidae
Size: 3 to 15 mm (nymphs), up to 16 mm (adults)
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
Identified on: 5/28/2026