Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite vs Grandidier's Hissing Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite | Grandidier's Hissing Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotermes cynocephalus | Gromphadorhina grandidieri |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 4-6 mm | 40-60 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Underground |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite
A drywood termite native to Southeast Asia that infests structural wood and furniture. It has spread across the Pacific through timber trade.
Did You Know?
Its species name cynocephalus means dog-headed, referring to the shape of the soldier's head.
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.