Cockroach Egg Case (Ootheca)

Found in dark, humid, and secluded areas such as behind appliances, in cabinets, under sinks, or in crawl spaces.

Does not eat; this is a protective casing contains developing embryos. The nymphs inside will eat organic debris once hatched.

The female deposits the ootheca near food sources in safe areas. Depending on the species, it can contain 14 to 50 eggs and hatch in 24 to 80 days.

Risks: Signifies an active infestation. Cockroaches can spread pathogens and cause allergens. Benefits: None to humans; indicates an environmental imbalance.