Black Hissing Cockroach vs Red Admiral
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Hissing Cockroach | Red Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gromphadorhina picea | Vanessa atalanta |
| Order | Blattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm | 56-62 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe, North America, North Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Hissing Cockroach
A smaller species of hissing cockroach with a uniformly dark brown to black coloration and less prominent pronotal bumps compared to other Gromphadorhina species.
Did You Know?
Its Latin name 'picea' means pitch-black, describing its distinctively dark coloration compared to its congeners.
Red Admiral
A bold black butterfly with red-orange bands and white spots, commonly seen in gardens. It is a strong migrant and occasional overwinterer.
Did You Know?
In autumn it is strongly attracted to fermenting fallen fruit and can become intoxicated on the alcohol.