Centurion Cockroach vs Abisara echerius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Centurion Cockroach | Abisara echerius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gyna centurio | Abisara echerius |
| Order | Blattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) | South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Centurion Cockroach
A colorful African cockroach with orange and brown markings on its pronotum. It is named for the helmet-like appearance of its thorax.
Did You Know?
Its centurion name comes from the Roman helmet-shaped marking on its pronotum.
Abisara echerius
Dark brown butterfly with purple sheen and a short tail on each hindwing. One of the few Asian riodinids, commonly called the Plum Judy.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of metalmark species found outside of the Americas.