Asian Cockroach vs Asian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Cockroach | Asian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blattella asahinai | Coptotermes gestroi |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 13-16 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Asian Cockroach
Nearly identical in appearance to the German cockroach but with very different behavior, as it lives outdoors and is strongly attracted to lights. It is an excellent flier.
Did You Know?
The Asian cockroach is so similar to the German cockroach that even experts sometimes need laboratory analysis to distinguish the two species.
Asian Subterranean Termite
A highly invasive subterranean termite that has spread throughout tropical regions worldwide. They are especially destructive in urban environments and boat timbers.
Did You Know?
They have been transported globally through infested shipping materials and now threaten wooden structures on every tropical continent.