Peppered Cockroach vs Powderpost Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peppered Cockroach | Powderpost Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archimandrita tesselata | Cryptotermes domesticus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blaberidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 70-100mm | Workers 3-5 mm, soldiers 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Tropical Asia, Pacific Islands |
| 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.
Powderpost Drywood Termite
A destructive drywood termite that reduces wood to a fine powder. It is a major pest of wooden structures across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
Infested timber can appear intact on the surface while being completely hollow and powder-filled inside.