Green Cockroach vs African Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Cockroach | African Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Panchlora viridis | Neotermes aburiensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Pacific Islands | West Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Cockroach
A small, bright green cockroach found in tropical forests of northern Australia and the Pacific. Its vivid coloring provides camouflage among living foliage.
Did You Know?
Its bright green color fades to yellow after death, making preserved specimens look nothing like the living insect.
African Dampwood Termite
A primitive termite species that nests inside damp, rotting wood rather than building external mounds. Colonies are relatively small compared to mound-building species. Soldiers have large phragmotic heads used to block tunnel entrances.
Did You Know?
Soldiers use their flattened heads like a cork to plug tunnel openings, providing an impenetrable barrier against ant raids.