Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach vs Emerald Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach | Emerald Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parcoblatta pensylvanica | Pseudoglomeris magnifica |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 20-25mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach
A native North American cockroach that lives outdoors in forests and woodlands. Males are strong fliers attracted to lights, while females are nearly wingless.
Did You Know?
Unlike pest cockroaches, wood roaches do not infest homes and will actually die within a few days if trapped indoors due to insufficient humidity.
Emerald Cockroach
A stunning cockroach with brilliant metallic emerald-green coloring. It is one of the most beautiful cockroach species in the world. It rolls into a ball like a pill bug when threatened.
Did You Know?
It can curl into a perfect ball like an armadillo, and its emerald green sheen rivals the beauty of any jewel beetle.