Domino Cockroach vs Western Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Domino Cockroach | Western Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Therea petiveriana | Incisitermes minor |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 25-30 mm | 4-11 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Caves |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | India (southern regions) | Western United States, Northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
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.
Western Drywood Termite
A common drywood termite of the western United States that infests structural timbers and furniture. Unlike subterranean species, they require no soil contact.
Did You Know?
Their dry fecal pellets, pushed out of tiny kick-out holes, are often the first visible sign of an infestation.