Fulvous Wood Cockroach vs European Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fulvous Wood Cockroach | European Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parcoblatta fulvescens | Kalotermes flavicollis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 6–9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| 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.
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.