Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach vs Flat Bark Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach | Flat Bark Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parcoblatta pensylvanica | Cucujus cinnaberinus |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Cucujidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Flat Bark Beetle
A bright red, extremely flat beetle that lives beneath the bark of dead trees. It is an indicator species of old-growth forests.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat it can fit into spaces less than 2mm thick between bark layers.