Processional Termite vs Smokybrown Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Processional Termite | Smokybrown Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hospitalitermes medioflavus | Periplaneta fuliginosa |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 25-38 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Processional Termite
An open-trail foraging termite found in Borneo's rainforests that travels in long exposed columns through the forest. Workers carry balls of lichen and soil in their mandibles back to the nest. The species is notable for its bold, exposed foraging behavior.
Did You Know?
Workers carry a conspicuous ball of food material on their heads during the return march, making the foraging columns look like miniature processions.
Smokybrown Cockroach
A uniformly dark mahogany-brown cockroach that is an excellent flier and strongly attracted to lights at night. It requires high humidity to survive.
Did You Know?
Smokybrown cockroaches are strong fliers attracted to light and are frequently found buzzing around porch lights on warm summer evenings.