Buff Arches vs Indian Domino Cockroach

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Buff Arches Indian Domino Cockroach
Scientific Name Habrosyne pyritoides Therea regularis
Order Lepidoptera Blattodea
Family Drepanidae Corydiidae
Size 38-43 mm wingspan 25-30mm
Habitat Underground Heathland
Diet Omnivores Omnivores
Regions Europe, temperate Asia Asia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Buff Arches

A moth with intricate grey, white, and buff patterns creating a complex marbled effect on its forewings. It is closely related to the peach blossom and shares its bramble association.

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Did You Know?

Its wing pattern is so complex that no simple description captures it, leading some to call it 'baroque'.

Indian Domino Cockroach

A striking wingless cockroach with bold white spots on a jet-black body resembling domino tiles. Nymphs burrow in soil while adults live on the surface. It mimics toxic ground beetles for protection.

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Did You Know?

Its bold black-and-white pattern mimics toxic ground beetles in the genus Anthia, deterring predators.