Indian Domino Cockroach vs Saint Helena Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Domino Cockroach | Saint Helena Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Therea regularis | Labidura herculeana |
| Order | Blattodea | Dermaptera |
| Family | Corydiidae | Labiduridae |
| Size | 25-30mm | 78 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Extinct |
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.
Saint Helena Earwig
Was the worlds largest earwig at 78 mm. Endemic to Saint Helena island. Not seen since 1967 and declared extinct in 2014 due to habitat destruction and invasive species.
Did You Know?
The Saint Helena giant earwig — the worlds largest earwig at 78 mm — went extinct without most people knowing it existed. It was last seen alive in 1967.