Corn Earworm vs Cane Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Earworm | Cane Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helicoverpa zea | Methana marginalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Noctuidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Americas | Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Corn Earworm
A highly polyphagous moth whose caterpillars feed inside corn ears, tomato fruits, and cotton bolls. It is one of the costliest crop pests in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are cannibalistic, so usually only one survives per corn ear.
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.