Cane Cockroach vs Striped Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cane Cockroach | Striped Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Methana marginalis | Blatta lateralis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blattidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Central Asia, Middle East, introduced to southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Striped Cockroach
A medium-sized cockroach with distinct lateral stripes along its body. Males have wings while females are wingless with a broad abdomen.
Did You Know?
It is widely bred as a feeder insect under the name red runner cockroach due to its fast movements.