Pale-bordered Field Cockroach vs Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pale-bordered Field Cockroach | Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomops septentrionalis | Zootermopsis angusticollis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 10-15mm | 15-20 mm including wings |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pale-bordered Field Cockroach
A small outdoor cockroach with a distinctive pale border around its dark pronotum. It is an active daytime flier unlike most cockroaches. It feeds on pollen and decomposing vegetation.
Did You Know?
Unlike most cockroaches, it is diurnal and can be seen actively flying in sunny fields during the day.
Dampwood Termite
A large termite species that infests damp and decaying wood in forests of western North America. Its soldiers have large, dark heads with powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Dampwood termites are among the largest termite species in North America and can produce soldiers with heads so large they cannot feed themselves.