Ivory-headed Cockroach vs Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ivory-headed Cockroach | Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eublaberus posticus | Trachymyrmex septentrionalis |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 40-50mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Gardens |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | South America | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
A small fungus-growing ant of eastern North America related to leafcutters. It collects dead plant material, caterpillar frass, and insect parts to feed its fungus garden.
Did You Know?
It is the northernmost fungus-growing ant species, found as far north as Long Island, New York.