Discoid Cockroach vs Cascade Ice Crawler
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Discoid Cockroach | Cascade Ice Crawler |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blaberus discoidalis | Grylloblatta chirurgica |
| Order | Blattodea | Grylloblattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Grylloblattidae |
| Size | 35-45mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Discoid Cockroach
A large flat cockroach with a distinctive discoid body shape and a dark chevron pattern on its pale pronotum. Adults have full wings but rarely fly. It is a common laboratory and feeder insect.
Did You Know?
It is widely used in scientific research on insect locomotion because of its consistent running behavior on treadmills.
Cascade Ice Crawler
A North American ice crawler found in the Cascade Range of Washington and Oregon. It lives in volcanic talus slopes near permanent snowfields.
Did You Know?
Their preferred body temperature is around 1°C, making them among the most cold-adapted insects on Earth.