Asian Cockroach vs Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Cockroach | Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blattella asahinai | Nasutitermes corniger |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 13-16 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America | Central America, South America, Caribbean |
| 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.
Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
A common arboreal termite in the Americas that builds large dark carton nests in trees. Covered foraging trails extend from the nest down the trunk to the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Their tree nests can weigh over 50 kilograms and house more than a million individuals.