Margined Leatherwing vs Brown Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Margined Leatherwing | Brown Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chauliognathus marginatus | Periplaneta brunnea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cantharidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Pantropical, southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Margined Leatherwing
An early-summer soldier beetle found across eastern North America with yellow elytra edged in dark margins. It visits a wide variety of flowers.
Did You Know?
Unlike the similar goldenrod soldier beetle, this species appears in late spring rather than autumn.
Brown Cockroach
A glossy reddish-brown cockroach often confused with the American cockroach. It is slightly smaller with a more uniform color.
Did You Know?
It glues its egg cases to surfaces rather than dropping them, unlike the American cockroach.