Cane Cockroach vs Excavated Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cane Cockroach | Excavated Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Methana marginalis | Omalium excavatum |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Blattidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cane Cockroach
A dark brown native cockroach commonly found in cane fields and tropical gardens. It has a distinctive pale margin along the edges of its pronotum.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it is a native Australian species and not an agricultural pest.
Excavated Rove Beetle
A small, brownish omaline rove beetle with distinctive excavations on the pronotum. It frequents decaying vegetation and is particularly associated with compost heaps and grass clippings.
Did You Know?
This species thrives in the heat-generating centers of compost heaps, tolerating temperatures that would be lethal to many other insects.