Peppered Cockroach vs Indian Fungus-growing Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peppered Cockroach | Indian Fungus-growing Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archimandrita tesselata | Odontotermes obesus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 70-100mm | Workers 4-6 mm, soldiers 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Peppered Cockroach
One of the largest cockroach species reaching up to 10cm. It has a peppered brown and cream pattern on its wings. It is docile and slow-moving, making it popular in insect displays.
Did You Know?
At up to 10cm long, it is one of the world's largest cockroaches and is remarkably gentle and easy to handle.
Indian Fungus-growing Termite
A major fungus-cultivating termite pest in the Indian subcontinent. It causes significant damage to crops, trees, and wooden structures.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most economically destructive termite species in South Asia.