Indian Domino Cockroach vs Caribou Bot Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Domino Cockroach | Caribou Bot Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Therea regularis | Cephenemyia jellisoni |
| Order | Blattodea | Diptera |
| Family | Corydiidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 25-30mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Alaska, northern Canada, Yukon, Northwest Territories |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian Domino Cockroach
A striking wingless cockroach with bold white spots on a jet-black body resembling domino tiles. Nymphs burrow in soil while adults live on the surface. It mimics toxic ground beetles for protection.
Did You Know?
Its bold black-and-white pattern mimics toxic ground beetles in the genus Anthia, deterring predators.
Caribou Bot Fly
A robust, furry fly that parasitizes caribou and deer in North America. Like its Eurasian relative, it deposits larvae near the nostrils of its host. Adults have vestigial mouthparts and survive entirely on stored energy.
Did You Know?
Infected caribou may sneeze violently to expel mature bot fly larvae from their nasal passages before the larvae pupate in the soil.