Field Cockroach vs Rufous Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Field Cockroach | Rufous Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blattella vaga | Gomphocerippus rufus |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 14-22mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Mexico | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Rufous Grasshopper
A medium-sized grasshopper with distinctive white-tipped, club-shaped antennae. Males have reddish-brown coloring while females are more variable. It prefers warm, sheltered slopes.
Did You Know?
Its white-tipped clubbed antennae are unique among European grasshoppers and aid in species recognition.