Black Periplaneta Cockroach vs Smokybrown Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Periplaneta Cockroach | Smokybrown Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Periplaneta atra | Periplaneta fuliginosa |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blattidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 25-38 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West and Central Africa | Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Black Periplaneta Cockroach
A dark black cockroach from tropical Africa with a shiny exoskeleton. It is less commonly encountered than its cosmopolitan relatives.
Did You Know?
Its uniformly jet-black coloring distinguishes it from all other Periplaneta species.
Smokybrown Cockroach
A uniformly dark mahogany-brown cockroach that is an excellent flier and strongly attracted to lights at night. It requires high humidity to survive.
Did You Know?
Smokybrown cockroaches are strong fliers attracted to light and are frequently found buzzing around porch lights on warm summer evenings.