Field Cockroach vs Malaysian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Field Cockroach | Malaysian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blattella vaga | Coptotermes curvignathus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Caves |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Mexico | Malaysia, Indonesia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Field Cockroach
A small cockroach similar to the German cockroach but with a dark face. It lives outdoors in irrigated areas of the southwestern United States.
Did You Know?
Its dark facial markings are the easiest way to distinguish it from the indoor-dwelling German cockroach.
Malaysian Subterranean Termite
An aggressive subterranean termite that attacks living trees and wooden structures in Southeast Asia. Soldiers have distinctly curved mandibles.
Did You Know?
It is a major pest of rubber and oil palm plantations, attacking healthy living trees from below ground.