Black Periplaneta Cockroach vs Thistle Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Periplaneta Cockroach | Thistle Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Periplaneta atra | Tingis cardui |
| Order | Blattodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Blattidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | West and Central Africa | Europe |
| 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.
Thistle Lace Bug
A small, beautifully structured lace bug found on creeping thistle. Wings have an intricate latticed pattern. Causes yellowing and stippling of thistle leaves.
Did You Know?
The extraordinary wing structure is so delicate and ornate that it inspired Victorian microscopists.