Peppered Cockroach vs Nevada Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peppered Cockroach | Nevada Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archimandrita tesselata | Zootermopsis nevadensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 70-100mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Western United States, from Montana to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Nevada Dampwood Termite
A large dampwood termite found in mountainous regions of western North America. Colonies inhabit moist, decaying wood of coniferous and deciduous trees. The species is notable for its primitive social organization and flexible caste determination.
Did You Know?
Individuals in this species can change between worker and soldier castes depending on colony needs, showing remarkable developmental flexibility.