Orange-spotted Cockroach vs Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-spotted Cockroach | Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eublaberus distanti | Tarphius rufonodulosus |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 45-55 mm | 0.3-0.5 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Trinidad, Venezuela, northern South America | Portugal |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Critically Endangered |
Orange-spotted Cockroach
A large cockroach with distinctive orange spots on a dark body. It inhabits caves and forest floors in South America.
Did You Know?
It is commonly known as the six-spotted cockroach due to the pattern of orange markings on its thorax.
Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
A small flattened beetle endemic to the laurel forests of Madeira. It lives under the bark of dead Laurus and Ocotea trees.
Did You Know?
Madeira's laurel forests are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbor dozens of unique beetle species.