Lange's Metalmark Butterfly vs Striped Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lange's Metalmark Butterfly | Striped Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apodemia mormo langei | Blatta lateralis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Riodinidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 cm wingspan | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Central Asia, Middle East, introduced to southern Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Lange's Metalmark Butterfly
A small metalmark butterfly found only at Antioch Dunes in California. Its larvae feed exclusively on naked-stemmed buckwheat.
Did You Know?
It was one of the first insects listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act in 1976.
Striped Cockroach
A medium-sized cockroach with distinct lateral stripes along its body. Males have wings while females are wingless with a broad abdomen.
Did You Know?
It is widely bred as a feeder insect under the name red runner cockroach due to its fast movements.