Paroecus Flat-faced Longhorn vs Centurion Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paroecus Flat-faced Longhorn | Centurion Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batocera paroeca | Gyna centurio |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Papua New Guinea, Irian Jaya | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Paroecus Flat-faced Longhorn
A moderately large longhorn from the forests of New Guinea with cryptic bark-like patterning. Males have exceptionally long antennae that exceed twice the body length. It is primarily nocturnal and seldom encountered.
Did You Know?
Males use their extraordinarily long antennae to detect female pheromones from distances exceeding 100 meters.
Centurion Cockroach
A colorful African cockroach with orange and brown markings on its pronotum. It is named for the helmet-like appearance of its thorax.
Did You Know?
Its centurion name comes from the Roman helmet-shaped marking on its pronotum.