Dusky Cockroach vs South American Tree Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky Cockroach | South American Tree Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Periplaneta nigra | Nasutitermes similis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blattidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 25-32 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dusky Cockroach
A dark-colored cockroach closely related to the American cockroach. It inhabits tropical forests across Africa.
Did You Know?
It can often be found sharing habitats with the American cockroach in African port cities.
South American Tree Termite
A common Neotropical nasute termite building carton nests on trees throughout South American forests. Colonies are moderately large with well-organized soldier defense. Workers forage along covered galleries on tree bark.
Did You Know?
Multiple carton nests of this species in a single tree can be interconnected by covered highways running along branches, forming a super-colony network.