Grandidier's Hissing Cockroach vs Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grandidier's Hissing Cockroach | Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gromphadorhina grandidieri | Periplaneta japonica |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Asia, North America (invasive) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Grandidier's Hissing Cockroach
A robust hissing cockroach endemic to Madagascar with a dark brown body. Smaller than the common hissing cockroach but equally vocal.
Did You Know?
Males use their large pronotal horns to ram opponents during territorial battles.
Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach
An invasive cockroach from Asia first found in New York City in 2012. Unlike other cockroach species, it can survive outdoors through freezing winters.
Did You Know?
This is the only cockroach species in New York that can survive the citys harsh winters outdoors — it was first discovered on the High Line elevated park in Manhattan.