Domino Cockroach vs Canterbury Tree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Domino Cockroach | Canterbury Tree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Therea petiveriana | Hemideina femorata |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 25-30 mm | Body 35-40 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | India (southern regions) | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Domino Cockroach
A strikingly patterned cockroach with white spots on a black body. The nymphs are ground-dwelling and resemble beetles.
Did You Know?
Its bold white-on-black domino pattern is thought to mimic toxic ground beetles as a defense against predators.
Canterbury Tree Weta
A medium-sized tree weta found in the eastern South Island of New Zealand. It has dark brown banding on the abdomen and is active on cool nights.
Did You Know?
It can remain active at temperatures close to freezing, unlike most other large insects.