Asian Cockroach vs Cane Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Cockroach | Cane Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blattella asahinai | Methana marginalis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 13-16 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Cane Cockroach
A dark brown native cockroach commonly found in cane fields and tropical gardens. It has a distinctive pale margin along the edges of its pronotum.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it is a native Australian species and not an agricultural pest.