Lesser Cockroach vs Giant Lobster Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Cockroach | Giant Lobster Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ectobius panzeri | Henschoutedenia flexivitta |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 50-65 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe (Britain to eastern Mediterranean) | Central and West Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Lesser Cockroach
A small dark cockroach found in heathlands and open habitats across Europe. It is active during warm summer months.
Did You Know?
It overwinters as an egg case (ootheca) buried in soil, hatching only when spring temperatures rise.
Giant Lobster Cockroach
A large African cockroach with a broad, flattened body. It has distinctive banded markings across its wings.
Did You Know?
It gets its lobster name from its broad, flattened body shape and reddish-brown coloring.