Domino Cockroach vs Wood Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Domino Cockroach | Wood Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Therea petiveriana | Ectobius lapponicus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 25-30 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | India (southern regions) | Europe |
| 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.
Wood Cockroach
A small outdoor cockroach that lives in European leaf litter and never enters buildings.
Did You Know?
Unlike pest species it avoids human habitation and cannot survive indoors.