European Dampwood Termite vs Uhler's Wood Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Dampwood Termite | Uhler's Wood Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Kalotermes flavicollis | Parcoblatta uhleriana |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 6–9 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
European Dampwood Termite
The most widespread termite in Europe, inhabiting dead branches of oaks and other broadleaf trees. Colonies are small, typically with a few hundred individuals.
Did You Know?
It is the only termite native to most of Europe and has been known since Aristotle first described termites.
Uhler's Wood Cockroach
A medium-sized native wood cockroach found in the eastern United States. Males are strong fliers while females are brachypterous.
Did You Know?
It is named after the entomologist Philip Reese Uhler, who studied Hemiptera and other insect orders in the 1800s.