Ivory-headed Cockroach vs European Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ivory-headed Cockroach | European Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eublaberus posticus | Kalotermes flavicollis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 40-50mm | 6–9 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Grasslands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Ivory-headed Cockroach
A large cockroach with a distinctive cream-colored pronotum contrasting with dark brown wings. It is a burrowing species that digs into soil and leaf litter. It is commonly used as a feeder insect.
Did You Know?
Its pale ivory head contrasting with the dark body makes it look like it is wearing a tiny helmet.
European Dampwood Termite
The most widespread termite in Europe, inhabiting dead branches of oaks and other broadleaf trees. Colonies are small, typically with a few hundred individuals.
Did You Know?
It is the only termite native to most of Europe and has been known since Aristotle first described termites.