Harris's Diving Beetle vs Emerald Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Harris's Diving Beetle | Emerald Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dytiscus harrisii | Pseudoglomeris magnifica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm | 20-25mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Harris's Diving Beetle
A large North American diving beetle found in cold, clear lakes and bog ponds. It is one of the largest diving beetles on the continent.
Did You Know?
It can remain submerged for extended periods by trapping air under its elytra, which it uses like an external lung.
Emerald Cockroach
A stunning cockroach with brilliant metallic emerald-green coloring. It is one of the most beautiful cockroach species in the world. It rolls into a ball like a pill bug when threatened.
Did You Know?
It can curl into a perfect ball like an armadillo, and its emerald green sheen rivals the beauty of any jewel beetle.