Japanese Tiger Beetle vs Emerald Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Tiger Beetle | Emerald Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela japonica | Pseudoglomeris magnifica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 16-20 mm | 20-25mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, Eastern China | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Japanese Tiger Beetle
A common and widespread tiger beetle across Japan with variable coloring from green to coppery brown. It frequents sunny paths and open ground.
Did You Know?
In Japanese it is called hanzomushi, named after the famous ninja Hattori Hanzo because of its elusive speed.
Emerald Cockroach
A stunning cockroach with brilliant metallic emerald-green coloring. It is one of the most beautiful cockroach species in the world. It rolls into a ball like a pill bug when threatened.
Did You Know?
It can curl into a perfect ball like an armadillo, and its emerald green sheen rivals the beauty of any jewel beetle.