Fulvous Wood Cockroach vs Brown Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fulvous Wood Cockroach | Brown Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parcoblatta fulvescens | Periplaneta brunnea |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Pantropical, southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Fulvous Wood Cockroach
A small tawny-colored wood cockroach from the southeastern United States. It is typically found in pine forests and sandy soils.
Did You Know?
Its pale fulvous color provides excellent camouflage against the sandy soils and pine needle beds where it lives.
Brown Cockroach
A glossy reddish-brown cockroach often confused with the American cockroach. It is slightly smaller with a more uniform color.
Did You Know?
It glues its egg cases to surfaces rather than dropping them, unlike the American cockroach.